THIOPENTAL sodium, 500mg, powder, vial
STD
DINJTHIO5V-
Valid Article
Account code:
60000
HS Code:
300490
Last Updated on:
07/11/2024, 18:07:08
Former
Code(s):
-X
1.1.2 - Injectable 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.
N01AF03
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.
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.
THIOPENTAL
- In the WHO list of Essential Medicines 2023 (Therapeutic alternative to propofol)
Therapeutic Action
Short-acting substituted barbiturate
Indications
Induction of general anaesthesia
Instructions for use
Administer by IV route, diluted in water for injection, 0.9% NaCl or 5% dextrose.
In some countries, thiopental is on the list of narcotics: follow national regulations. (Cf Introduction: Narcotic and psychotropic medicines under international control)
Storage
Below 25ºC