Symptoms of Fioricet Butalbital APAP Caffeine Abuse
Fioricet addiction symptoms include tolerance, which occurs when people need to take Fioricet more frequently or in greater amounts to achieve the same effects, and withdrawal.
Symptoms of Fioricet withdrawal include:
- Fever
- Anxiety
- Tremors
- Insomnia
- Irritability
- Delirium
- Nausea
These symptoms occur as the sedative effects of butalbital wear off. They are caused by temporary overactivity of the central nervous system (CNS).
Abuse of Esgic Plus
Abuse refers to using Esgic Plus:
- In larger amounts than prescribed.
- More frequently than directed.
- For purposes other than its intended use, such as to achieve a sense of euphoria or relaxation.
Signs of Esgic Plus Abuse:
- Taking the medication without a prescription or beyond the prescribed dose.
- “Doctor shopping” to obtain multiple prescriptions.
- Combining it with alcohol or other drugs to enhance its effects.
- Neglecting responsibilities due to drug use.
People can exhibit signs of Fioricet abuse before they become physically addicted. The fourth edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders defines substance abuse as persistent substance use despite negative social, physical, psychological and behavioral effects. Fioricet abuse symptoms can include:
- Being preoccupied with obtaining and using Fioricet
- Going to multiple doctors (“doctor shopping”) to get more Fioricet
- Taking Fioricet for off-label purposes (reasons other than headache)
- Using Fioricet despite increased conflict in personal relationships
- Continuing to use Fioricet when it causes problems at work, school or home
- Being under the influence of Fioricet in situations in which it is physically dangerous to be so
Other warning signs of addiction to Fioricet include financial or legal problems caused by actions a person took to obtain more Fioricet.
