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Ultracet is a unique pain medication that combines tramadol,
a leading prescription pain reliever, and acetaminophen, the most commonly
recommended over-the-counter analgesic in the U.S. Ultracet has been approved
for the short-term (five days or less) management of acute pain. Ultracet
provides powerful relief from many kinds of acute pain, including joint
pain, strains and sprains, post-operative recuperation, joint pain flares
(i.e., associated with osteoarthritis) and muscle aches.

About Ultracet

Ultracet Directions

Ultracet may be taken on an empty stomach or with food.
Side effects you may experience while taking Ultracet include drowsiness,
dizziness, and constipation. CHECK WITH YOUR DOCTOR AS SOON AS POSSIBLE IF
you develop a skin rash, itching, confusion, changes in mood or behavior,
hallucinations, dark urine or pale stools, yellowing of the skin or eyes,
or unusual tiredness. CONTACT YOUR DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY IF you experience
seizures, difficulty breathing or swallowing, or swelling of face or mouth.
Store Ultracet at room temperature in a tightly-closed container away from
heat and light. If your symptoms do not improve or become worse, check with your doctor.

Ultracet Precautions

DO NOT TAKE ULTRACET IF YOU HAVE HAD A SEVERE ALLERGIC
REACTION to codeine, hydrocodone, dihydrocodeine, oxycodone (such as Tylox,
Tylenol with Codeine, Vicodin). A severe allergic reaction includes a severe
rash, hives, breathing difficulties, or dizziness. IF YOU EXPERIENCE
difficulty breathing, tightness of chest, swelling of eyelids, face,
or lips, or if you develop a rash or hives, tell your doctor
immediately. Do not take any more doses of Ultracet unless your
doctor tells you to do so. DO NOT EXCEED THE RECOMMENDED DOSE or
take Ultracet for longer than prescribed. ULTRACET MAY BE
HABIT FORMING. Use caution driving or operating machinery. DO NOT
DRINK ALCOHOL while taking Ultracet. DO NOT TAKE other
products containing acetaminophen (check labels closely) while you
are taking Ultracet. IF DIZZINESS OCCURS, sit or stand up slowly.
BEFORE YOU HAVE ANY MEDICAL OR DENTAL TREATMENTS, EMERGENCY CARE,
OR SURGERY, tell the doctor that you are taking Ultracet. IF
YOU EXPERIENCE WITHDRAWAL SYMPTOMS (nervousness, sweating, nausea,
diarrhea, tremor, trouble sleeping), check with your doctor . FOR
WOMEN: Discuss with your doctor is you are planning on getting pregnant.
ULTRACET IS EXCRETED IN BREAST MILK. DO NOT BREAST-FEED while
taking Ultracet.

Drug Interactions with Ultracet

DO NOT TAKE ULTRACET if you are also taking carbamazepine,
cyclobenzaprine, an amphetamine, opiate analgesic, tricyclic antidepressant,
serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI), monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI),
promethazine, or medicine for appetite suppression, sleep, or a nervous,
mood, or behavior condition. ADDITIONAL MONITORING OF YOUR DOSE OR
CONDITIONS may be needed if you are taking isoniazid, guanidine, or an
oral anticoagulant.

Ultracet Overdose

If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control
center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of Ultracet overdose may include
nausea, vomiting, sweating, unusual drowsiness, slowed breathing, seizures,
stomach pain, dark urine, deep sleep or loss of consciousness, coma and death.

Missed Dose of Ultracet

IF YOU MISS A DOSE OF ULTRACET and you are taking it regularly,
take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose,
skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule.
DO NOT TAKE TWO DOSES OF ULTRACET AT ONCE.

Fioricet is a combination of Acetaminophen, Butalbital, and Caffeine.
Acetaminophen is a
pain reliever and fever reducer. Butalbital is in a
class of drugs called barbiturates that slow down your central nervous system
(brain and nerve impulses) causing relaxation. Caffeine is believed to
constrict dilated blood vessels that may contribute to tension headaches.
Together, acetaminophen, butalbital, and caffeine are used to relieve
complex tension (muscle contraction) headaches although precisely how Fioricet
works is unknown.

About Fioricet

Fioricet Directions

To prevent upset stomach, take Fioricet with food or milk.
Pain medications work best in preventing pain before it occurs. Once the
pain becomes intense, Fioricet is not as effective in relieving it. Take
Fioricet as prescribed. Do not increase your dose or take Fioricet more
frequently without your doctor’s approval.

Fioricet Side Effects

Fioricet May cause lightheadedness, dizziness, drowsiness,
stomach upset, nausea, and sleeping disturbances the first few days as
your body adjusts to Fioricet. If these symptoms persist or become bothersome,
inform your doctor. Notify your doctor immediately if you develop: a rapid /
irregular heartbeat. An allergic reaction to Fioricet is unlikely, but seek
immediate medical attention if it occurs. Symptoms of an allergic reaction
include: rash, itching, swelling, severe dizziness, trouble breathing.
If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or
pharmacist.

Fioricet Precautions

Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of: serious
liver disease, alcohol or narcotic dependence, emotional/mental conditions,
heart disease (arrhythmias, recent MI), stomach/intestinal ulcers, any
allergies. Acetaminophen may cause liver damage. Daily use of alcohol,
especially when combined with acetaminophen, may increase your risk for
liver damage. Check with your doctor or pharmacist for more information.
To prevent oversedation, avoid using alcohol and other sedative type
medications while taking Fioricet. Fioricet may make you dizzy or drowsy;
use caution engaging in activities requiring alertness such as driving
or using machinery. Avoid alcoholic beverages. Fioricet contains caffeine.
Avoid drinking large amounts of caffeinated beverages while taking
Fioricet as excessive nervousness and irritability can occur. Fioricet
should be used during pregnancy only if clearly needed. Small amounts of
Fioricet appear in breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

Drug Interactions with Fioricet

Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription
drugs you may use, especially of: “blood thinners”. Tell your doctor or
pharmacist of all prescription and nonprescription drugs you may use that
cause drowsiness such as: medicine for sleep (e.g., sedatives),
tranquilizers, anti-anxiety drugs (e.g., diazepam), narcotic pain
relievers (e.g., codeine), psychiatric medicines (e.g., phenothiazines
such as chlorpromazine, or tricyclics such as amitriptyline), anti-seizure
drugs (e.g., carbamazepine), muscle relaxants, antihistamines that cause
drowsiness (e.g., diphenhydramine). Because Fioricet contains acetaminophen,
check with your doctor or pharmacist before taking other medications
containing acetaminophen which is commonly found in nonprescription pain
relievers and cough-and-cold products. Read labels carefully to check
ingredients. Fioricet may interfere with the effectiveness of birth
control pills. Discuss using other methods of birth control with your
doctor. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or
pharmacist approval.

Fioricet Overdose

If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison
control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of Fioricet overdose may
include vomiting, unusual drowsiness, lack of feeling alert, slow or
shallow breathing, cold or clammy skin, loss of consciousness,
dark urine, stomach pain, and extreme fatigue.

Missed Dose of Fioricet

If you miss a dose of Fioricet, take it as soon as
remembered; do not take if it is almost time for the next dose,
instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing
schedule. Do not “double-up” the dose of Fioricet to catch up.

Flexeril is a muscle relaxant prescribed to relieve
muscle spasms resulting from injuries such as sprains, strains, or pulls.
Flexeril, when combined with rest and physical therapy, provides relief of
muscular stiffness and pain. Improvement is manifested by relief of
muscle spasm and its associated signs and symptoms, namely, pain,
tenderness, limitation of motion, and restriction in activities
of daily living.

Uses of Flexeril

Flexeril is a muscle relaxant prescribed to relieve
muscle spasms resulting from injuries such as sprains, strains, or pulls.
Combined with rest and physical therapy, Flexeril provides relief of
muscular stiffness and pain.

Flexeril Directions

Flexeril may be taken with or without food.
Flexeril should be used only for short periods (no more than 3 weeks).
Since the type of injury that Flexeril treats should improve in a few weeks,
there is no reason to use it for a longer period. Flexeril may cause
dry mouth. Sucking a hard candy, chewing gum, or melting ice chips
in your mouth can provide temporary relief.

Flexeril Side Effects

Side effects of Flexeril cannot be anticipated. If any develop
or change in intensity, inform your doctor as soon as possible.
Only your doctor can determine if it is safe for you to continue
taking Flexeril. More common side effects may include: Dizziness,
drowsiness, dry mouth. Less common or rare side effects may include:
Abnormal heartbeats, abnormal sensations, abnormal thoughts or dreams,
aggressive behavior, agitation, anxiety, bloated feeling, blurred vision,
confusion, constipation, convulsions, decreased appetite, depressed mood,
diarrhea, difficulty falling or staying asleep, difficulty speaking,
disorientation, double vision, excitement, fainting, fatigue, fluid
retention, gas, hallucinations, headache, heartburn, hepatitis, hives,
increased heart rate, indigestion, inflammation of the stomach, itching,
lack of coordination, liver diseases, loss of sense of taste, low blood
pressure, muscle twitching, nausea, nervousness, palpitations, paranoia,
rash, ringing in the ears, severe allergic reaction, stomach and intestinal
pain, sweating, swelling of the tongue or face, thirst, tingling in hands
or feet, tremors, unpleasant taste in the mouth, urinating more or less
than usual, vague feeling of bodily discomfort, vertigo, vomiting,
weakness, yellow eyes and skin. Problems such as confusion or
hallucinations are more likely in older adults.

Flexeril Precautions

The effects of Flexeril during pregnancy have not been
adequately studied. If you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant,
inform your doctor immediately. It is not known if Flexeril appears in
breast milk. However, cyclobenzaprine is related to tricyclic
antidepressants, and some of those drugs do appear in breast milk.
If this medication is essential to your health, your doctor may advise
you to discontinue breastfeeding your baby until your treatment is finished.

Flexeril Drug Interactions

Serious, potentially fatal reactions may occur if you
take Flexeril with an antidepressant drug known as an MAO inhibitor
(such as Nardil, Parnate) or if it has been less than 2 weeks since you
last took an MAO inhibitor. You should closely follow your doctor’s advice
regarding discontinuation of MAO inhibitors before taking Flexeril. Avoid
alcoholic beverages while taking Flexeril. If Flexeril is taken with certain
other drugs, the effects of either could be increased, decreased, or altered.
It is especially important to check with your doctor before combining
Flexeril with the following: Barbiturates such as phenobarbital, Guanethidine
and other high blood pressure drugs, other drugs that slow the central nervous
system, such as Halcion, Xanax and Tramadol (Ultram).

Missed Dose of Flexeril

If you miss a dose of Flexeril, Take it as soon as you remember, if it is within an
hour or so of your scheduled time. If you do not remember until later,
skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not take
2 doses of Flexeril at once.

Flexeril Dosage

ADULTS: The usual dose is 10 milligrams 3 times a day.
You should not take more than 60 milligrams a day.

Flexeril Notes

Flexeril is not a substitute for the physical
therapy, rest, or exercise that your doctor orders for proper
healing. Although Flexeril relieves the pain of strains and sprains,
it is not useful for other types of pain.

If You Take Too Much Flexeril

Any medication taken in excess can have serious
consequences. If you suspect a Flexeril overdose, seek medical attention
immediately. Symptoms of Flexeril overdose may include: Agitation, coma,
confusion, congestive heart failure, convulsions, dilated pupils,
disturbed concentration, drowsiness, hallucinations, high or low temperature,
increased heartbeats, irregular heart rhythms, muscle stiffness,
overactive reflexes, severe low blood pressure, stupor, vomiting. High
doses also may cause any of the conditions listed in “What Side Effects
May Occur?”.

Neurontin is FDA approved for the treatment of partial seizures in adults and children. Also, NEURONTIN is the only FDA-approved
oral medication for management of postherpetic neuralgia (PHN). PHN is the pain that
lasts one to three months after shingles has healed. In studies of PHN, NEURONTIN greatly
reduced patients’ pain.

About Neurontin

Uses of Neurontin

Neurontin is FDA approved for the
treatment of partial seizures in adults and children. Also, NEURONTIN is the only FDA-approved
oral medication for management of postherpetic neuralgia (PHN). PHN is the pain that
lasts one to three months after shingles has healed. In studies of PHN, NEURONTIN greatly
reduced patients’ pain. Neurontin is used to manage pain in the area affected by herpes zoster
after the disease has been treated.

Neurontin Directions

Take Neurontin exactly as directed by your doctor. Neurontin is not known to cause
stomach upset and may be taken alone or with food. Do not share your prescription of
Neurontin with anyone, even if their symptoms are similar to your own.

Neurontin Precautions

DO NOT STOP TAKING NEURONTIN without first discussing with your doctor. NEURONTIN
MAY CAUSE DROWSINESS or dizziness. NEURONTIN WILL ADD TO THE EFFECTS OF ALCOHOL and
other depressants. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you have questions. DO NOT DRIVE,
OPERATE MACHINERY, OR DO ANYTHING ELSE THAT COULD BE DANGEROUS until you know how you
react to Neurontin. Using Neurontin alone, with other medicines, or with alcohol may
lessen your ability to drive or to perform other potentially dangerous tasks. BEFORE YOU
BEGIN TAKING ANY NEW MEDICINE, either prescription or over-the-counter, check with your
doctor or pharmacist. FOR WOMEN: IF YOU PLAN ON BECOMING PREGNANT, discuss with your doctor
the benefits and risks of using Neurontin during pregnancy. NEURONTIN IS EXCRETED IN BREAST
MILK. IF YOU ARE OR WILL BE BREAST-FEEDING while taking Neurontin, check with your doctor
or pharmacist to discuss the benefits and risks to your baby.

Neurontin Side Effects

SIDE EFFECTS that may occur while taking Neurontin include tiredness, drowsiness, dizziness,
tremor, back pain, dry mouth, constipation, increased appetite, or an upset stomach. If they
continue or are bothersome, check with your doctor. CHECK WITH YOUR DOCTOR AS SOON AS POSSIBLE
if you experience decreased coordination, changes in vision (double or blurred vision), back
and forth eye movements, persistent sore throat or fever, swelling of ankles, mental or mood changes,
memory loss, or trouble speaking. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor,
nurse, or pharmacist.

Neurontin Drug Interactions

DO NOT TAKE NEURONTIN within 2 hours of taking an aluminum- or magnesium-containing antacid.

Neurontin Overdose

If overdose of Neurontin is suspected, contact your
local poison control center or emergency room immediately.

Missed Dose of Neurontin

IF YOU MISS A DOSE OF NEURONTIN, take it as soon as possible. If it is less than 2 hours until
your next dose, take the missed dose immediately and take your next dose 1 to 2 hours later, then
go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do NOT take 2 doses at once.

Soma is used, along with rest and physical therapy, to treat injuries and other painful muscular conditions and be prescribed for a wide variety of conditions according to the doctor’s discretion.

 

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Uses of Soma

Soma is used, along with rest and physical therapy, to treat injuries and
other painful muscular conditions.

 

Soma Directions

Take Soma exactly as directed by your doctor.
If you do not understand these directions, ask your pharmacist, nurse, or
doctor to explain them to you. Take each dose with a full glass of water.

 

Soma Side Effects

If you experience any of the following serious side effects, stop taking
Soma and seek emergency medical attention: an allergic reaction (difficulty
breathing; closing of your throat; swelling of your lips, tongue, or face;
or hives); paralysis (loss of feeling) or extreme weakness; vision loss;
agitation or tremor; red, black, or bloody stools; or blood in your vomit.
Other, less serious side effects may be more likely to occur.
Continue to take Soma and talk to your doctor if you experience: drowsiness
or dizziness; headache; depression; blurred vision or small pupils; insomnia;
hiccups; faint ringing in the ears; or nausea, vomiting, or constipation.
Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your
physician about any side effect that seems unusual or that is
especially bothersome.

 

Soma Precautions

Do not take Soma if you have acute intermittent porphyria. Before taking Soma, tell your doctor if you have
any of the following: kidney disease, liver disease, an ulcer in your stomach
or intestines, a bleeding or blood-clotting disorder, urinary retention,
an enlarged prostate, hypothyroidism, a head injury, or Addison’s disease.
It is not known whether Soma will harm an unborn baby.
Do not take Soma without first talking to your doctor if you are pregnant.
It is also not known whether aspirin and Soma pass into breast milk. Do not
take aspirin and Soma without first talking to your doctor if you are
breast-feeding a baby. Soma is not approved for use in children younger
than 12 years of age.

 

Soma Drug Interactions

Many drugs can increase the effects of Soma and lead to heavy sedation.
Before taking Soma, tell your doctor if you are taking any of the following
medicines: antihistamines such as brompheniramine (Dimetane, Bromfed, others),
chlorpheniramine (Chlor-Trimeton, Teldrin, others), azatadine (Optimine),
clemastine (Tavist), and many others; narcotics (pain killers) such as
meperidine (Demerol), morphine (MS Contin, MSIR, others), propoxyphene
(Darvon, Darvocet), hydrocodone (Lorcet, Vicodin), oxycodone (Percocet,
Percodan), fentanyl (Duragesic), and codeine (Fiorinal, Fioricet, Tylenol #3,
others); sedatives such as phenobarbital (Solfoton, Luminal), amobarbital
(Amytal), and secobarbital (Seconal); phenothiazines such as chlorpromazine
(Thorazine), fluphenazine (Prolixin), mesoridazine (Serentil),
perphenazine (Trilafon), prochlorperazine (Compazine), thioridazine
(Mellaril), and trifluoperazine (Stelazine); or antidepressants such as
doxepin (Sinequan), imipramine (Tofranil), nortriptyline (Pamelor),
fluoxetine (Prozac), paroxetine (Paxil), sertraline (Zoloft), phenelzine
(Nardil), and tranylcypromine (Parnate). Aspirin will decrease the effects
of some drugs. Tell your doctor and pharmacist that you are taking Soma
if any of the following drugs have been prescribed for you: probenecid
(Benebid) and sulfinpyrazone (Anturane); angiotensin-converting-enzyme
(ACE) inhibitors used to treat high blood pressure and other heart conditions
such as benazepril (Lotensin), captopril (Capoten), and enalapril (Vasotec);
other commonly used ACE inhibitors, including fosinopril (Monopril),
lisinopril (Prinivil, Zestril), moexipril (Univasc), quinapril (Accupril),
and ramipril (Altace); and beta-blockers used to treat high blood pressure
and other heart conditions such as acebutolol (Sectral), metoprolol
(Lopressor), propranolol (Inderal), atenolol (Tenormin), and carteolol
(Cartrol). Other over-the-counter and prescription drugs may increase the
effects of aspirin and cause dangerous side effects:
oral anticoagulants such as warfarin (Coumadin); nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory
drugs (NSAIDs) such as ibuprofen (Motrin, Rufen, others), ketoprofen
(Orudis, Oruvail), and naproxen (Anaprox, Naprosyn, Aleve) other commonly used
NSAIDs, including diclofenac (Voltaren, Cataflam), etodolac (Lodine),
fenoprofen (Nalfon), flurbiprofen (Ansaid), indomethacin (Indocin),
ketorolac (Toradol), nabumetone (Relafen), oxaprozin (Daypro),
piroxicam (Feldene), sulindac (Clinoril), and tolmetin (Tolectin);
other salicylates (forms of aspirin) such as salsalate (Disalcid), choline
salicylate, and magnesium salicylate; bismuth subsalicylate in drugs such
as Pepto-Bismol; and calcium supplements and antacids. Other drugs that
should not be combined with aspirin and carisoprodol include steroids such
as prednisone (Deltasone), oral antidiabetic drugs such as glipizide
(Glucotrol) and glyburide (Micronase, Diabeta), alcohol, lithium (Lithobid,
Eskalith, others), and cyclosporine (Sandimmune). Drugs other than those
listed here may also interact with Soma. Talk to your doctor and pharmacist
before taking any prescription or over-the-counter medicines.

 

Missed Dose of Soma

Take the missed dose of Soma as soon as you remember. However, if it is
almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take only your
next regularly scheduled dose. Do not take a double dose of Soma. Keep your
doses at least 4 hours apart from one another.

 

Soma Storage

Store Soma at room temperature away from moisture and heat.

Tramadol is a non-opioid prescription pain relief medication that is meant to help alleviate moderate to moderately severe pain. Tramadol is the generic of the prescription drug Ultram.

 

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Uses of Tramadol

Tramadol is an analgesic used to treat or prevent pain.

Tramadol Directions

Follow the directions for using Tramadol provided by your doctor.
Store Tramadol at room temperature, away from heat and light.

Tramadol Side Effects

Side effects, that may go away during treatment, include dizziness,
nausea, drowsiness, dry mouth, constipation, headache, or sweating. If they
continue or are bothersome, check with your doctor. Check with your doctor
as soon as possible if you experience skin rash, itching, seizures, or
hallucinations. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact
your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist.

Tramadol Precautions

Do not exceed the recommended dose or take Tramadol for longer than prescribed.
If you experience difficulty breathing or tightness of chest; swelling of
eyelids, face, or lips; or develop a rash or hives, tell your doctor
immediately. Do not take any more Tramadol unless your doctor tells you to
do so. Avoid alcohol while you are using this medicine. Tramadol
will add to the effects of alcohol and other depressants. Do not drive,
operate machinery, or do anything else that could be dangerous until you
know how you react to this medicine. Using Ultram alone, with other
medicines, or with alcohol may lessen your ability to drive or to perform
other potentially dangerous tasks. Before you begin taking any new medicine,
either prescription or over-the-counter, check with your doctor or pharmacist.
For women: if you plan on becoming pregnant, discuss with your doctor the
benefits and risks of using Ultram during pregnancy. Tramadol is excreted in
breast milk. Do not breast-feed while taking Tramadol.

Tramadol Drug Interactions

Drug interactions can result in unwanted side effects or prevent a
medicine from doing its job. Consult your pharmacist or physician if you
have questions about drug interactions with Tramadol.

Missed Dose of Tramadol

If you miss a dose of Tramadol, take it as soon as possible. If it
is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to
your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.

Tramadol Overdose

If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or
emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include cold and
clammy skin, low body temperature, slowed breathing, slowed heartbeat,
drowsiness, dizziness, lightheadedness, seizures, deep sleep, and
loss of consciousness.