Ide-Cet Oral
Generic Name: BUTALBITAL/ACETAMINOPHEN/CAFFEINE - ORAL
Pronounced:
(uh-seet-uh-MEE-no-fen/KAF-een/byou-TAL-bih-tall)
Ide-Cet Oral Side Effects
Nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, shaking (tremor), shortness of
breath, lightheadedness, dizziness, or drowsiness may occur. If any
of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor or
pharmacist promptly.
To lower your risk of dizziness and lightheadedness, get up
slowly when rising from a sitting or lying position.
Remember that your doctor has prescribed this medication because
he or she has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the
risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have
serious side effects.
Tell your doctor immediately if any of these unlikely but
serious side effects occur:
- mental/mood changes
- fainting
- seizure
- fast/irregular heartbeat
- increased thirst/urination
Tell your doctor immediately if any of these rare but very
serious side effects occur:
- signs of infection (e.g., fever, persistent sore throat)
- easy bruising/bleeding
- change in the amount of urine
If you do not have liver problems, the adult maximum dose of
acetaminophen is 4 grams per day (4000 milligrams). If you take
more than the maximum daily amount, it may cause serious (possibly
fatal) liver disease. Tell your doctor immediately if you have any
of the following symptoms of liver damage:
- persistent nausea/vomiting
- yellowing eyes/skin
- dark urine
- severe stomach/abdominal pain
- extreme tiredness
A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare. However,
seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms of a
serious allergic reaction, including:
- rash
- itching
- swelling
- severe dizziness
- trouble breathing
This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If you
notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or
pharmacist.
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