Fiorinal w/Codeine and Mestinon

• Generic Name: aspirin / butalbital / caffeine / codeine
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Ascomp with Codeine, Fiorinal with Codeine, Fiortal with Codeine, Ascomp-Codeine, Fiorinal/Codeine #3

Butalbital, aspirin, caffeine, and codeine combination is used to relieve symptoms of tension (or muscle contraction) headaches. Extended and repeated use of this product is not recommended.

Butalbital belongs to the group of medicines called barbiturates. Barbiturates act in the central nervous system (CNS) to produce their effects.

Aspirin is used to relieve pain and reduce fever in patients. It belongs to the group of medicines known as salicylates and acts on the immune system to reduce inflammation. It is also known as an anti-inflammatory analgesic.

Caffeine is a CNS stimulant that is used with pain relievers to increase their effect. It has also been used for migraine headaches. Codeine belongs to the group of medicine called narcotic analgesics (pain medicines). It acts on the central nervous system (CNS) to relieve pain.

When butalbital or codeine is used for a long time or in large doses, it may become habit-forming, causing mental or physical dependence. Physical dependence may lead to withdrawal side effects when you suddenly stop taking the medicine. In patients who get headaches, the first symptom of withdrawal may be new (rebound) headaches.

This medicine is available only under a restricted distribution program called the Opioid Analgesic REMS (Risk Evaluation and Mitigation Strategy) program.

• Generic Name: pyridostigmine
• Dosage Forms: syrup, tablets
• Other Brand Names: Mestinon, Mestinon Timespan, Regonol

Mestinon affects chemicals in the body that are involved in the communication between nerve impulses and muscle movement.

Mestinon is used to treat the symptoms of myasthenia gravis. It is also used in military personnel who have been exposed to nerve gas.

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