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• Vanatol LQ indications
• Uses of Vanatol LQ in details
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• Vanatol LQ interactions
• Vanatol LQ side effects
• Vanatol LQ contraindications

What is Vanatol LQ?

Vanatol LQ contains a combination of Acetaminophen (Vanatol LQ), Butalbital (Vanatol LQ), and Caffeine (Vanatol LQ) Acetaminophen (Vanatol LQ) is a pain reliever and fever reducer. Butalbital (Vanatol LQ) is in a group of drugs called barbiturates. It relaxes muscle contractions involved in a tension headache. Caffeine (Vanatol LQ) is a central nervous system stimulant. It relaxes muscle contractions in blood vessels to improve blood flow.

Vanatol LQ is used to treat tension headaches that are caused by muscle contractions.

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

Vanatol LQ indications

Vanatol LQ is indicated for the relief of the symptom complex of tension (or muscle contraction) headache.

Evidence supporting the efficacy and safety of Vanatol LQ in the treatment of multiple recurrent headaches is unavailable. Caution in this regard is required because Butalbital (Vanatol LQ) is habit-forming and potentially abusable.

How should I use Vanatol LQ?

Use Vanatol LQ as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.

• Take Vanatol LQ by mouth with or without food. If stomach upset occurs, take with food to reduce stomach irritation.
• Use a measuring device marked for medicine dosing. Ask your pharmacist for help if you are unsure of how to measure your dose.
• If you have been taking Vanatol LQ regularly or for longer than a few weeks, do not suddenly stop taking it without checking with your doctor. Your doctor may need to gradually lower your dose.
• If you miss a dose of Vanatol LQ and you are taking it regularly, 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.

Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Vanatol LQ.

Uses of Vanatol LQ in details

This combination medication is used to treat tension headaches. Acetaminophen (Vanatol LQ) helps to decrease the pain from the headache. Caffeine (Vanatol LQ) helps increase the effects of Acetaminophen (Vanatol LQ). Butalbital (Vanatol LQ) is a sedative that helps to decrease anxiety and cause sleepiness and relaxation.

OTHER USES: This section contains uses of this drug that are not listed in the approved professional labeling for the drug but that may be prescribed by your health care professional. Use this drug for a condition that is listed in this section only if it has been so prescribed by your health care professional.

This medication may also be used to treat migraine headaches.

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Take this medication by mouth with or without food as directed by your doctor, usually every 4 hours as needed.

If you are using the liquid form of this medication, carefully measure the dose using a special measuring device/spoon. Do not use a household spoon because you may not get the correct dose.

The dosage is based on your medical condition, age, and response to treatment. This medication works best if it is used as the first signs of a headache occur. If you wait until the headache has worsened, the medication may not work as well.

This medication may cause withdrawal reactions, especially if it has been used regularly for a long time or in high doses. In such cases, withdrawal symptoms (such as nausea/vomiting, mental/mood changes, seizures) may occur if you suddenly stop using this medication. To prevent withdrawal reactions, your doctor may reduce your dose gradually. Report any withdrawal reactions right away.

Along with its benefits, this medication may rarely cause abnormal drug-seeking behavior (addiction). This risk may be increased if you have abused alcohol or drugs in the past. Take this medication exactly as prescribed to lessen the risk of addiction.

Tell your doctor if you notice increased use of this medication, a worsening of headaches, an increase in the number of headaches, the medication not working as well, or use of this medication for more than 2 headache episodes a week. Do not take more than recommended. Your doctor may need to change your medication and/or add a separate medication to prevent the headaches.

Vanatol LQ description

A methylxanthine naturally occurring in some beverages and also used as a pharmacological agent. Vanatol LQ&

Vanatol LQ dosage

Vanatol LQ Dosage

Generic name: Butalbital (Vanatol LQ) 50mg, Acetaminophen (Vanatol LQ) 325mg, Caffeine (Vanatol LQ) 40mg

Dosage form: tablet

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One or 2 tablets every 4 hours as needed. Total daily dosage should not exceed 6 tablets.

Extended and repeated use of Vanatol LQ is not recommended because of the potential for physical dependence.

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Vanatol LQ interactions

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This medication alters the bioavailability of any drug, absorption depends on pH (ketoconazole, iron salts, etc.). Vanatol LQ slows down the elimination of drugs metabolized in the liver by microsomal oxidation (warfarin, diazepam, phenytoin, etc.).

Vanatol LQ enhances the action of coumarin and diphenine, does not change - NSAIDs. This drug increases (relative) the concentration of clarithromycin in the blood; may increases the leukopenic and thrombocytopenic effects of depressants hematopoiesis drugs. Substance for intravenous infusion is compatible only with saline and dextrose (using other solvents may decrease the stability of omeprazole due to changes in pH of infusion medium).

Vanatol LQ side effects

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Frequently Observed: The most frequently reported adverse reactions are drowsiness, lightheadedness, dizziness, sedation, shortness of breath, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, and intoxicated feeling.

Infrequently Observed: All adverse events tabulated below are classified as infrequent.

Central Nervous System: headache, shaky feeling, tingling, agitation, fainting, fatigue, heavy eyelids, high energy, hot spells, numbness, sluggishness, seizure. Mental confusion, excitement or depression can also occur due to intolerance, particularly in elderly or debilitated patients, or due to overdosage of Butalbital (Vanatol LQ).

Autonomic Nervous System: dry mouth, hyperhidrosis.

Gastrointestinal: difficulty swallowing, heartburn, flatulence, constipation.

Cardiovascular: tachycardia.

Musculoskeletal: leg pain, muscle fatigue.

Genitourinary: diuresis.

Miscellaneous:pruritus, fever, earache, nasal congestion, tinnitus, euphoria, allergic reactions.

Several cases of dermatological reactions, including toxic epidermal necrolysis and erythema multiforme, have been reported.

The following adverse drug events may be borne in mind as potential effects of the components of this product. Potential effects of high dosage are listed in the OVERDOSAGE section.

Acetaminophen (Vanatol LQ): allergic reactions, rash, thrombocytopenia, agranulocytosis.

Caffeine (Vanatol LQ): cardiac stimulation, irritability, tremor, dependence, nephrotoxicity, hyperglycemia.

Vanatol LQ contraindications

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What is the most important information I should know about Vanatol LQ?

Vanatol LQ is contraindicated under the following conditions:

− Hypersensitivity or intolerance to any component of this product.

− Patients with porphyria.

Active ingredient matches for Vanatol LQ:

Acetaminophen/Butalbital/Caffeine

Acetaminophen/ACETAMINOPHEN 325mg in 15mL/butalbital/BUTALBITAL 50mg in 15mL/caffeine/CAFFEINE 40mg in 15mL

References

1. DailyMed. "CAFFEINE; ERGOTAMINE TARTRATE: DailyMed provides trustworthy information about marketed drugs in the United States. DailyMed is the official provider of FDA label information (package inserts).". https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailyme... (accessed September 17, 2018).
2. DailyMed. "ASPIRIN; BUTALBITAL; CAFFEINE; CODEINE PHOSPHATE: DailyMed provides trustworthy information about marketed drugs in the United States. DailyMed is the official provider of FDA label information (package inserts).". https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailyme... (accessed September 17, 2018).
3. DailyMed. "ACETAMINOPHEN; ASPIRIN; CAFFEINE: DailyMed provides trustworthy information about marketed drugs in the United States. DailyMed is the official provider of FDA label information (package inserts).". https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailyme... (accessed September 17, 2018).

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