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PHENOBARBITAL sodium, 200mg/ml, 1ml, amp.

https://medicalguidelines.msf.org/en/node/912
https://unicat.msf.org/cat/product/11782
STD DINJPHEN2A1

Valid Article

Former Code(s): -X DINJZYN1020 DINJZFR0156 DINJZFR0202
The product is supplied (and stored) sterile, it must remain sterile until its use. Sterile = state of being free from all living microorganisms.
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
P4
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.
1525
Thermosensitive codes are defined for storage and transportation temperature requirements of the products.
The product is part of at least one Kit. A kit is a collection of products (medical and/or logistic) that are needed for a certain intervention in emergency. The choice and quantity of the articles reflects the MSF protocols for this specific situation. The use of Kits allows to start an intervention without a detailed evaluation.
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SC subscriptions: included in supply or field tools
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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 IV or SC route.

Storage

Below 25°C - Protect from sunlight