Pentothal Side Effects
Generic Name: thiopental
Note: This document contains side effect information about thiopental. Some of the dosage forms listed on this page may not apply to the brand name Pentothal.
Applies to thiopental: intravenous powder for injection, rectal suspension
Cardiovascular
Cardiovascular side effects have included myocardial depression, cardiac arrhythmias, and a fall in blood pressure even to shock levels.[Ref]
Respiratory
Respiratory side effects have included respiratory depression, sneezing, coughing, bronchospasm, and laryngospasm.[Ref]
Nervous system
Nervous system side effects have included prolonged somnolence and recovery. Radial nerve palsy has been reported rarely.[Ref]
Hypersensitivity
Hypersensitivity side effects have included anaphylactic and anaphylactoid reactions, e.g., urticaria, bronchospasm, vasodilation and edema.[Ref]
General
General side effects have included shivering.[Ref]
Hematologic
Hematologic side effects have included rare reports of immune hemolytic anemia with renal failure.[Ref]
References
1. "Product Information. Pentothal (thiopental)." Abbott Pharmaceutical, Abbott Park, IL.
Further information
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Some side effects may not be reported. You may report them to the FDA.
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