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Barbiturates - oral

Butisol Sodium Usage: it 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 Butisol Sodium: Take with food or milk if stomach upset occurs. for insomnia, take 30 to 60 minutes prior to bedtime. Take this drug exactly as prescribed. do not increase your dose or take this more often than prescribed because it tablet canbe habit-forming. Also, if used for longer period of clock, do not suddenly stop using this without first consulting your healthcare professional. When used for extended periods, this tablet may not work as well and may require different dosing. Consult some your doctor if pill isn't working well.

Butisol Sodium side effects: this drug causes drowsiness & dizziness. other side effects may include stomach upset, headache, weakness, grogginess or dreaming. If these effects persist or worsen, inform your physician. Notify your doctor if you develop: chest pain, rapid heart rate, nosebleeds, confusion, hallucinations. in the unlikely event you have an allergic reaction to it drug, seek immediate medical attention. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, trouble breathing. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact youre pharmacist or healthcare professional.

Butisol Sodium Precautions: Tell you're physician some your medical history, especially of: 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 usually more sensitive to the effects of this medication. Use cautiously. this medication is not recommended for use during pregnancy. Consult you're doctor before using it med. this medication is excreted into breast milk though it is effects on the nursing infant unknown. Consult you're doctor before you breast-feed.

Butisol Sodium medication interactions: Inform youre physician about all the medicines you use (both prescription & nonprescription), especially: 'blood thinners' (e.g., warfarin), epilepsy medicine, cyclosporine, drug for depression, St John's wort. Also inform you're doctor if you take any medications 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 doctor or physician about using other birth control methods. do not start or stop any medicine without physician or physician approval.

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

Butisol Sodium special notes: do not share this medication with others.

If you missed Butisol Sodium dose: If you miss a dose, take this as soon as remembered; do not take this if it is almost clock for next dose. Instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. don't double the dose to catch up.

Butisol Sodium Storage: Store at room temperature away from moisture & sunlight. do not store in bathroom. don't freeze liquid forms of this medication.

Medical alert: your condition can cause complications in a medical emergency.

Active Ingredients : Barbiturates