Is it OK to donate blood if I take Fioricet (Butalbital APAP Caffeine)?
Acetaminophen is a pain reliever and fever reducer. Butalbital is in a group of drugs called barbiturates. It relaxes muscle contractions involved in a tension headache. Caffeine is a central nervous system stimulant. It relaxes muscle contractions in blood vessels to improve blood flow. Acetaminophen, butalbital, and caffeine is a combination medicine used to treat tension headaches that are caused by muscle contractions. Is it OK to donate blood if I take Fioricet(Butalbital APAP Caffeine)? I have a prescription for Fioricet(Butalbital APAP Caffeine) for back and head pain and I was wondering if it's still ok to donate blood? I have donated blood before, but not since I've been taking fioricet. Is it ok for me to donate still? Best answer: Answer by BloodDoc There is no deferral from volunteer…