Therapeutic Classification: anticonvulsants, sedative/hypnotics
Pharmacologic Classification: barbiturates
BEERS REMS
Absorption: Absorption is slow but relatively complete (7090%).
Distribution: Unknown.
Half-Life: Neonates: 1.88.3 days; Infants: 0.85.5 days; Children: 1.53 days; Adults: 26 days.
ROUTE | ONSET | PEAK | DURATION |
---|---|---|---|
PO | 3060 min | unknown | >6 hr |
IM, SUBQ | 1030 min | unknown | 46 hr |
IV | 5 min | 30 min | 46 hr |
‡Full anticonvulsant effects occur after 23 wk of chronic dosing unless a loading dose has been used.
Contraindicated in:
Use Cautiously in:
CV:
IV
hypotensionDerm: photosensitivity, rash, urticaria
GI: constipation, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting
Local: phlebitis at IV site
MS: arthralgia, myalgia
Neuro: hangover, delirium, depression, drowsiness, excitation, lethargy, neuralgia, vertigo
Resp: respiratory depression,
IV
LARYNGOSPASM, bronchospasmMisc: HYPERSENSITIVITY REACTIONS (INCLUDING ANGIOEDEMA AND SERUM SICKNESS), physical dependence, psychological dependence
Drug-drug:
Drug-Natural Products:
Maintenance Anticonvulsant
Sedation
Hypnotic
Hyperbilirubinemia
Lab Test Considerations:
Toxicity and Overdose:
IV Administration:
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