Fioricet is a controlled substance in some states. Because it contains butalbital, a medication that can be misused and cause dependence, some state governments place strict regulations on Fioricet. But it’s not classified as a controlled substance in all states because it contains acetaminophen. Initially, regulators believed that the acetaminophen in Fioricet discourages people from …
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Is gabapentin a narcotic/controlled substance?
The anti-seizure medication gabapentin is not currently considered a narcotic or controlled substance by the federal government, but certain states have enacted legislation so that the medication is treated as one or monitored by the state’s prescription drug monitoring program. Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures. It is also used …
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Why Is Lyrica a Controlled Substance?
Lyrica is a controlled substance that falls under schedule V classification. Some patients develop a dependence, requiring help to stop using it. Lyrica is a controlled substance that belongs to a class of medications rated as having the lowest potential for abuse. Lyrica isn’t a narcotic, but it does produce similar effects. People with a history …