Pentobarbital
Related terms
Brand Names: U.S.:
Nembutal?
Brand Names: Canada:
Nembutal? Sodium
Uses
- It is used to stop or control seizures.
- It is used to put you to sleep for surgery.
- It is used to treat brain swelling.
- Pentobarbital calms the brain.
Dosing
How to take
- It is given as a shot into a muscle or vein.
- It is given into a vein for a period of time.
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