Nembutal Sodium Side Effects
Generic name: pentobarbital
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Jun 10, 2024.
Note: This document provides detailed information about Nembutal Sodium.
Applies to pentobarbital: parenteral solution for injection Side Effects associated with pentobarbital. Some dosage forms listed on this page may not apply specifically to the brand name Nembutal Sodium.
Applies to pentobarbital: parenteral solution for injection.
Side effects include:
Residual sedation, drowsiness, lethargy, vertigo, nausea, vomiting, headache.
For healthcare professionals
Applies to pentobarbital: compounding powder, injectable solution, oral capsule, oral elixir, rectal suppository.
Nervous system adverse events
- Common (1% to 10%): Somnolence
- Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Ataxia, central nervous system (CNS) depression, dizziness, hyperkinesia, syncope
- Frequency not reported: Headache[Ref]
Psychiatric
- Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Abnormal thinking, agitation, anxiety, confusion, dizziness, hallucination, nervousness, nightmares, psychiatric disturbance[Ref]
Gastrointestinal
- Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Constipation, nausea, vomiting[Ref]
Respiratory
- Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Apnea, hypoventilation[Ref]
Cardiovascular
- Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Bradycardia, hypotension[Ref]
Hypersensitivity
- Frequency not reported: Angioedema, hypersensitivity reactions[Ref]
Dermatologic
- Frequency not reported: Exfoliative dermatitis, skin rashes[Ref]
Hematologic
Megaloblastic anemia occurred with chronic phenobarbital use.[Ref]
Hepatic
- Frequency not reported: Liver damage[Ref]
Other
Local
- Frequency not reported: Injection site reactions[Ref]
References
1. (2001) "Product Information. Pentobarbital (pentobarbital)." Wyeth-Ayerst Laboratories
2. (2001) "Product Information. Nembutal Sodium (pentobarbital)." Abbott Pharmaceutical
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Nembutal Sodium side effects can vary depending on the individual. Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.
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