PHENOBARBITAL sodium, 200mg/ml, 1ml, amp.
STD
DINJPHEN2A1
Valid Article
Account code:
60000
HS Code:
300490
Last Updated on:
19/09/2024, 22:01:46
Former
Code(s):
-X DINJZYN1020 DINJZFR0156 DINJZFR0202
5.1 - Antiseizure medicines
Classification of the medicines in groups and subgroups according to their therapeutic use.
The classification used by MSF is based on the WHO Model List of Essential Medicines.
N03AA02
Anatomical Therapeutic Chemical Classification according to WHOCC
Substance listed as Narcotic Drug or Psychotropic Substance, and as precursors. Other substances may be subject to restrictions according to national regulations. These substances require an import permit from the country of destination when ordering.
Thermosensitive codes are defined for storage and transportation temperature requirements of the products.
PHENOBARBITAL
This product is not always available at supply level. In this case an alternative can be found. Contact your pharmacist referent for more information.
Therapeutic Action
Anticonvulsant, sedative
Indications
Emergency treatment of convulsive status epilepticus.
Contact your OC advisor for the treatment protocol.
Instructions for use
Must be given as slow IV infusion in 0.9% NaCl.
Levetiracetam can be used as an alternative to phenobarbital in case of supply constraints.
Distribution to be controlled: narcotics register or supervision of amounts in and out, and storage under lock and key. (Cf Introduction: Narcotic and psychotropic medicines under international control).
Precautions for Use
Never administer by direct rapid IV route.
Storage
Below 25°C - Protect from sunlight