Phenobarbital
Synonym(s): Phenobarbitone
Introduction
Name
- Phenobarbital.
Class of drug
- Barbiturate.
- Anti-epileptic.
Description
Chemical name
- 5-ethyl-5-phenyl-2,4,6(1H,3H,5H)-pyrimidinetrione.
- 5-ethyl-5-phenylbarbituric acid.
Molecular formula
- C12H12N2O3.
Physical properties
- Tablets.
- Elixir.
- Injection.
Storage requirements
- In a dry environment.
- <25°C.
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
- Derived from The Veterinary Formulary (1998) 4th edn. Ed: Bishop Y. British Veterinary Association and Royal Pharmaceutical Society.