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This barbiturate medication is used, either alone or with other drugs, for anesthesia.
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Missed Dose |
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Methohexital
Uses
This barbiturate medication is used, either alone or with other drugs, for anesthesia.
Notes
- Laboratory and/or medical tests will be performed to monitor your progress.
Storage
- Store the vials at room temperature below 77 degrees F (25 degrees C) away from light and moisture.After the powder is mixed with sterile water for injection, it can be stored for 6 weeks at room temperature below 77 degrees F.
- If the powder is mixed with other correct IV liquids, it can be stored at room temperature and must be used within 24 hours.
- Consult your pharmacist for details.
Overdose
- Symptoms of overdose may include drowsiness, slowed breathing, lightheadedness, muscle twitching, and seizures.
How To Use
- This medication is given by vein (IV injection or continuous infusion) under physician supervision.
- Your response will be monitored continuously as you receive this medication.The dosage is based on your medical condition and response to therapy.Learn all mixing, dilution and administration/usage instructions in the product package and follow all safety precautions.
- Consult your pharmacist for details.Use this medication exactly as prescribed.
- Do not increase your dose, take it more frequently or use it for a longer period of time than prescribed because this drug can be habit-forming.
- Also, if used for an extended period of time, do not suddenly stop using this drug without your doctor's approval.The liquid should be checked for particles or discoloration.
- If either are present, discard the liquid.Make sure needles and medical supplies are stored safely and disposed of properly.
Side Effects
- Pain and redness at the injection site, drowsiness, headache, nausea, vomiting, or shivering may occur after the use of this medication.
- If these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor promptly.Remember that your doctor has prescribed this medication because the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects.
- Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.Tell your doctor immediately if you have any of these unlikely but serious side effects: burning sensation at the site of injection, changes in skin appearance, mental/mood changes, severe pain or redness in the leg, hiccups, cough, skeletal muscle twitching, seizures, low blood pressure, fast/slow/irregular heartbeat.Tell your doctor immediately if you have any of these highly unlikely but very serious side effects: unusual weakness, dark urine, yellowing eyes, change in amount of urine.An allergic reaction to this drug is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs.
- Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, trouble breathing.If you notice other side effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
Precautions
- Tell your doctor your medical history, including: allergies especially to barbiturates (e.g.
- phenobarbital), blood problems (e.g., porphyria, anemia), asthma or other lung conditions (e.g., COPD), circulation or heart problems (e.g., congestive heart failure), kidney or liver problems, thyroid conditions (e.g., hypothyroidism), alcohol use, low or high blood pressure, seizures, neuromuscular disease (e.g., myasthenia gravis).After surgery, you should not drive or perform tasks requiring alertness for 8 to 12 hours.Avoid alcohol intake for 24 hours after this medication is used.
- It may intensify drug side effects (e.g., dizziness, drowsiness).Elderly persons may be more sensitive to the effects of this medication.
- Use cautiously.Tell your doctor if you are pregnant before using this medication.This drug passes into breast milk.
- Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
Missed Dose
- If the dose is interrupted, contact the doctor or pharmacist immediately to establish new dosing.
Drug Interactions
- Your doctor or pharmacist may already be aware of any possible drug interactions and may be monitoring you for them.
- Do not start, stop, or change the dosage of any medicine before checking with them first.Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription drugs you may use, especially: other barbiturates, "blood thinners" (e.g., warfarin), other drugs for anesthesia (e.g., halothane), corticosteroids (e.g., prednisone).Tell your doctor if you use drugs causing drowsiness such as: medicine for sleep, sedatives, tranquilizers, anti-anxiety drugs (e.g., diazepam), narcotic pain relievers (e.g., codeine), psychiatric medicines, anti-seizure drugs, muscle relaxants, certain antihistamines (e.g., diphenhydramine).
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CONDITIONS OF USE: The information in this database is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgement of healthcare professionals. The information is not intended to cover all possible uses, directions, precautions, drug interactions or adverse effects, nor should it be construed to indicate that use of a particular drug is safe, appropriate or effective for you or anyone else. A healthcare professional should be consulted before taking any drug, changing any diet or commencing or discontinuing any course of treatment.
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