Side effect(s) of Amobarbital

Review the side-effects of Amobarbital 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.

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

   Central Nervous System - Drowsiness, agitation, confusion, headache, in coordination, CNS depression, excitement, abnormal dreams, mental disturbances, hallucinations, sleeplessness and dizziness.

   Gastrointestinal - Nausea, vomiting and constipation.

   Blood - Blood disorders.

   Liver - Liver damage.

   Respiratory - Shortness of breath, difficulty in breathing and asthma.

   Miscellaneous - Hypersensitivity reactions (eg, swelling, rashes, exfoliative dermatitis), fever and injection site reactions (eg, local pain, thrombophlebitis).

Other Precautions :

Avoid excess dosage.

Drug Name : Amobarbital

Amobarbital(Amytal) generic is a barbiturate derivative, prescribed for anxiety, insomnia and induction of preanesthetic sedation. It alters cerebellar function and produces drowsiness, sedation and hypnosis.