Butalbital is in a class of drugs known as barbiturates and is used to treat tension
headaches. There are currently no reported nutrient or herb interactions involving butalbital.
See barbiturates for interactions common to
this class of drugs, though they have not yet been investigated for butalbital.
Summary of
Interactions with Vitamins, Herbs, and Foods
In some cases, an herb or supplement may appear in more than one category, which may seem
contradictory. For clarification, read the full article for details about the summarized
interactions.
Avoid: Adverse interaction—Avoid these supplements when taking this
medication because taking them together may cause undesirable or dangerous results. |
Alcohol
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| Depletion or interference |
None known
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| Side effect reduction/prevention |
None known
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| Supportive interaction |
None known
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| Reduced drug
absorption/bioavailability |
None known
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An asterisk (*) next to an item in the summary indicates that the
interaction is supported only by weak, fragmentary, and/or contradictory scientific
evidence.
Interactions with Foods and Other Compounds
Alcohol
Drinking alcoholic beverages while taking barbiturates increases side effects, such as
drowsiness, confusion, and dizziness;1 2 if taken in excess, this
combination may result in death. Consequently, people taking barbiturates should avoid
drinking alcohol.
References:1. Sifton DW, ed. Physicians Desk Reference, Montvale, NJ:
Medical Economics Company, Inc., 2000, 906–7.
2. Olin BR, ed. Central Nervous System Drugs, Sedatives and Hypnotics,
Barbiturates. In Facts and Comparisons Drug Information. St. Louis, MO: Facts and
Comparisons, 1993, 1398–413.