Butalbital-APAP (or butalbital-acetaminophen) is a combination medication used to treat tension headaches. It contains two main ingredients:
Butalbital: This is a barbiturate that works as a sedative, helping to relax muscles and reduce anxiety.
Acetaminophen: This is a common pain reliever and fever reducer.
The combination of these two drugs in butalbital-APAP helps to relieve the pain and discomfort associated with tension headaches. It is available under various brand names, and its use should be carefully managed due to the potential for dependence and abuse associated with butalbital.