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About Pentobarbital

Pentobarbital is usually used as an IV anesthetic. New Forms included Oral soluble powder. It also is used to control severe seizures in animals for treatment during status epilepticus. In some instances, pentobarbital is included in mixtures used to induce euthanasia.
Pentobarbital as sodium salt has been used as a sedative and hypnotic in the short-term management of insomnia.

common side effects, including dizziness, poor balance, loss of coordination, drowsiness, constipation, nausea, vomiting, difficulty sleeping, nightmares, and overactive reflexes.