Pentobarbital
Synonym(s): Pentobarbital sodium,
Introduction
Name
- Pentobarbital sodium.
Class of drug
- Barbiturate.
Description
Chemical name
- 5-ethyl-5-(1-methylbutyl)-2,4,6(1H,3H,5H)-pyrimidinetrione.
- 5-ethyl-5-(1-methylbutyl)barbituric acid.
Molecular formula
- C11H18N2O3.
Physical properties
- Non-sterile aqueous solution for injection.
Storage requirements
- Protect from light.
Uses
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Administration
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Pharmacokinetics
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Precautions
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Withdrawal Periods
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Adverse Reactions
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Further Reading
Publications
Refereed Papers
- Recent references from PubMed and VetMedResource.
Other sources of information
- Bishop Y (2005) Ed The Veterinary Formulary. 6th edn. Pharmaceutical Press. ISBN: 0-85369-579-2.
Organisation(s)
- National Office of Animal Health (NOAH) Compendium of Data Sheets for Animal Medicines. Website: www.noahcompendium.co.uk.