Headache
"My doctor prescribed Fioricet as a first-line treatment for my headaches.  (I&#039;m still not sure whether they&#039;re migraines, tension headaches or something else but they always happen during my period).  



Fioricet definitely works, albeit with some side effects.  I react poorly to sedative drugs like butalbital in that I get awful rebound anxiety/depression after only a couple doses.  All the more reason to use this medication sparingly.  There&#039;s a definite euphoric effect that lends itself to abuse.  The combo of caffeine + a sedative is a strange one, but it works when all OTC stuff has failed.  I much prefer it over something like Topamax."