EEMT and Fiorinal

• Generic Name: esterified estrogens / methyltestosterone
• Dosage Forms: tablet, coated
• Other Brand Names: Covaryx, Covaryx HS, EEMT, EEMT DS, EEMT HS, Essian, Essian HS, Estratest, Estratest HS, Menogen HS, Menogen, Syntest HS, Syntest DS

Esterified estrogens are female sex hormones produced by the ovaries.

Methyltestosterone is a sex hormone that is produced in a man's testicles. Small amounts of testosterone are also produced in a woman's ovaries and adrenal system.

EEMT is a combination medicine used to treat symptoms of menopause such as hot flashes or night sweats. EEMT is usually given only short-term (such as 3 to 6 months).

EEMT may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: aspirin / butalbital / caffeine
• Dosage Forms: capsule
• Other Brand Names: Butalbital Compound, Fiorinal, Fiormor, Fiortal, Fortabs, Idenal, Laniroif

Fiorinal contains a combination of aspirin, butalbital, and caffeine. Aspirin is a pain reliever, as well as an anti-inflammatory and a fever reducer. Butalbital is a barbiturate. It relaxes muscle contractions involved in a tension headache. Caffeine is a central nervous system stimulant. It relaxes muscle contractions in blood vessels to improve blood flow.

Fiorinal is used to treat tension headaches. This medicine is not for treating headaches that come and go.

Fiorinal may also be used for purposes not those listed in this medication guide.