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Generic Name

• Phenobarbital
  T½ = 2–6 d
  Schedule IV
  Pregnancy category D

Trade Name

• Luminal
• Ancalixir

Dose Range/Adult Daily Dose

• Range: 30–320 mg/d
  Sedation: 30–120 mg/d po/IM (divided doses)
  Hypnotic: 120–320 mg hs (PO, SC, IV, IM)

Use/Common Side Effects (CSE)

• Use: Sedative/hypnotic (short term)
  CSE: Hangover, drowsiness, excitation

Geriatric & Dose Considerations

• Use cautiously; ↓ dose; hepatic/renal disease.

Classification

• Sedative/hypnotic [Barbiturate]

Assessment Cautions

• Life-threatening side effects: ANGIOEDEMA, SERUM SICKNESS, LARYNGOSPASM (IV). IV: Monitor BP, pulse, respiratory status. Resuscitation equipment available.