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

STD DINJPHEN2A1

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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.
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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 rapid IV route.

Storage

Below 25°C - Protect from sunlight