Side effect(s) of Secobarbital

Review the side-effects of Secobarbital as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.

If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.

   Central Nervous System - Drowsiness, agitation, confusion, restlessness, incorodination, CNS depression, nightmares, nervousness, psychiatric disturbance, hallucinations, sleeplessness, anxiety, dizziness and abnormality in thinking.

   Respiratory - Difficulty in breathing.

   Heart - Slow heart rate, low blood pressure and fainting.

   Gastrointestinal - Nausea, vomiting and constipation.

   Miscellaneous - Headache, injection site reactions, hypersensitivity reactions (shock, skin rashes, skin inflammation), fever and liver damage.

Other Precautions :

Avoid excess dosage.

Drug Name : Secobarbital

Secobarbital(Seconal) generic is a barbiturate, prescribed for insomnia (difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep). It is also used to relieve anxiety before surgery. It works by slowing activity in the brain.