Butalbital
77-26-9
General information
Butalbital is a sedative of the barbiturate class, that helps to decrease anxiety and cause sleepiness and relaxation. Often used in combination with acetaminophen/paracetamol; aspirin; codeine; caffeine. Commonly prescribed for the treatment of pain and headache.
Trade names
Fiorinal, Fortabs Laniroif, Fioricet, Esgic, Esgic-Plus, Vanatol LQ, Phrenilin Forte, Vanatol S, Vtol LQ, Zebutal
About the API
Therapeutic areas
Sedative
Monographs
USP
Regulatory documentation
USDMF
DEA schedule
III
Production location
Pennsville
Standard pack size
50kg
Physical properties
White crystalline powder
Typical formulation types
Oral solid