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Barbiturates - oral

Mebaral Usage: this medication is used for seizure disorders. it is also used as a short-term sleep aid (for insomnia), & for tension relief (e.g., before a medical procedure).

How to use Mebaral: Take with food or milk if stomach upset occurs. for insomnia, take 30 to 60 minutes prior to bedtime. Take this medication exactly as prescribed. don't increase some your dose or take it more much of times than prescribed because it drug can be habit-forming. Also, if used for longer period of time, do not suddenly stop using this without 1'st consulting your healthcare professional. When used for extended periods, this drug may not work as well & may require different dosing. Consult your doctor if the medication is not working well.

Mebaral side effects: this medication causes drowsiness and dizziness. other side effects may include stomach upset, headache, weakness, grogginess or dreaming. If these effects persist or worsen, inform your doctor. Notify your pharmacist if you develop: chest pain, rapid heart rate, nosebleeds, confusion, hallucinations. in the unlikely series you have an allergic reaction to this med, seek immediate medical attention. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, trouble breathing. If you notice another effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Mebaral Precautions: Tell your doctor you're medical history, especially about: liver problems, blood disorders (porphyria), asthma, any allergies. Avoid alcohol while taking it as it can lead to extreme drowsiness. Use caution performing tasks requiring alertness such as driving or using machinery. Elderly persons are usually more sensitive to effects of this drug. Use cautiously. this medication isn't recommended for use during pregnancy. Consult you're physician before using it drug. this drug is excreted in to breast milk though it is effects on the nursing infant are unknown. Consult you're physician before you breast-feed.

Mebaral medication interactions: Inform your doctor about all the medicines you use (both prescription and nonprescription), especially: 'blood thinners' (e.g., warfarin), epilepsy medicine, cyclosporine, drug for depression, St John's wort. Also inform your healthcare professional if you take any drugs that may cause drowsiness such as: narcotic pain medicines (e.g., codeine), antihistamines (e.g., diphenhydramine), muscle relaxants, alcoholic beverages. Barbiturates can decrease effectiveness of oral birth control pills. Consult your healthcare professional or pharmacist about using other birth control methods. do not start or stop any medicine without healthcare professional or physician approval.

Mebaral Overdose: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include severe drowsiness, unconsciousness, unusually slow or fast heartbeat, slow or shallow breathing, cold or clammy skin, dizziness, change in amount of urine, unusual change in size of pupils, unusual movements of the eyes, sweating, or loss of coordination.

Mebaral special notes: do not share this drug with others.

If you missed Mebaral dose: If you miss dose, take it as soon as remembered; do not take this if it is almost clock for the following dose. Instead, skip the missed dose & resume some your usual dosing schedule. do not double dose to catch up.

Mebaral Storage: Store in room temperature away from moisture & sunlight. don't store in the bathroom. do not freeze liquid forms of it med.

Medical alert: youre condition may cause complications in medical emergency.

Active Ingredients : Barbiturates