Information about Mephobarbital

Generic Name : Mephobarbital
Up-to-date prescription details regarding Mephobarbital are provided here.

Pronunciation : me-foe-BAR-bih-tal

Learn the correct pronunciation of the Mephobarbital, understand it's uses, recommended dosages, its indications, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, warnings and its and its storage instructions.

You will also find a list of the medication's International and Indian brand or trade names, as well as its pricing information. For verification of the information presented on this page or for additional clarifications, it's advisable to consult your doctor.

ICD Code : Y47.0 Therapeutic Classification : Anticonvulsants

Trade Names/Brand Names of Mephobarbital

International :

Mebaral

Why is Mephobarbital Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is a barbiturate, prescribed for anxiety, tension, apprehension, and preventing seizures. It works by restoring the balance of neurotransmitters in the brain.

When should Mephobarbital not be taken? (Contraindications)

Hypersensitivity.

What is the dosage of Mephobarbital?

Epilepsy: Average dose for adults: 400 mg to 600 mg (6 grains to 9 grains) daily; children under 5 years: 16 mg to 32 mg (1/4 grain to ½ grain) three or four times daily.
Sedation: Adults: 32 mg to 100 mg (½ grain to 1 ½ grains)–optimum dose, 50 mg (3/4 grain)–three to four times daily. Children: 16 mg to 32 mg (1/4 grain to ½ grain) three to four times daily.

How should Mephobarbital be taken?

It comes as a tablet, to take by mouth with or without food.

What are the warnings and precautions for Mephobarbital?

• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of kidney or liver problems, suicidal thoughts, lung disease, heart disease, depression, who are taking other medications, any allergy, 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 while taking this medication.

• Monitor blood cell counts and kidney and liver function tests regularly while taking this medication.

What are the side effects of Mephobarbital?

Most Common - Drowsiness.
Central Nervous System - Agitation, confusion, incoordination, CNS depression, abnormal dreams, nervousness, psychiatric disturbances, hallucinations, sleeplessness, anxiety, dizziness, thinking abnormality.
Respiratory - Difficulty in breathing.
Heart - Slow heart rate, low blood pressure, and fainting.
Gastrointestinal - Nausea, vomiting, constipation.
Others - Headache, hypersensitivity reactions such as angioedema, skin rashes; fever, liver damage, anemia.