Thiopental Medication Information
Get detailed information on Thiopental, including pronunciation, uses, dosage guidelines, indications, and instructions on how and when to take it and when to avoid it.
The updated prescription information on Thiopental provides an overview of possible side effects, precautions, warnings, and storage tips.
You'll also find brand names used in india and internationally, along with pricing details. For further clarification, consult your healthcare provider.
Generic Name : Thiopental Pronunciation : thye-oh-PEN-tol ICD Code : Y48.2 Therapeutic Classification : General AnestheticsTrade Names/Brand Names of Thiopental
India :
Anesthal (1 gm) |
Pentone |
Thipen |
Pentothal |
Thiosal (1 gm) |
Intraval Sodium (500 mg) |
Thiosol (1 gm) |
Pentone (1 gm) |
Anesthal |
Pentothal Injection
International :
Pentothal.
Why is Thiopental Prescribed? (Indications)
This medication is a barbiturate general anesthetic, prescribed for induction of anesthesia. It depresses the central nervous system, causing mild sleep.When should Thiopental not be taken? (Contraindications)
Contraindicated in patients with severe heart disease, shock, absence of suitable vein for administration, blood disease porphyria and hypersensitivity.What is the dosage of Thiopental?
Test Dose: It is advisable to inject a small dose of 25 to 75 mg (1 to 3 mL of a 2.5% solution)Adult: IV- Induction of anesthesia as 2.5 or 5% solution: 100-150 mg, repeat every 30-60 sec if needed. Max: 500 mg. Max in pregnant women: 250 mg.
Status epilepticus with assisted ventilation: As 2.5% solution: 75-125 mg.
Reduction of raised intracranial pressure intermittent bolus injection of 1.5-3.5 mg/kg, if adequate ventilation is provided.
How should Thiopental be taken?
It comes as a solution for injection to be administered by a healthcare provider into the vein.What are the warnings and precautions for Thiopental?
• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of kidney or liver problems, lung or respiratory tract diseases, heart problems, low blood pressure, addison disease, asthma, myasthenia gravis, thyroid problems, or increased pressure in the brain, who are taking other medications, any allergy, elderly, children, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.• It may cause dizziness, drowsiness or lightheadedness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.
• Avoid alcohol consumption during the treatment.
What are the side effects of Thiopental?
Most Common- Respiratory depression, heart attack, irregular heart rate, drowsiness, sneezing, coughing, asthma and shivering.Allergic Reactions- Hives, itching and swelling.
