Therapeutic Group

Indication Dosage

Phenobarbital, also known as phenobarbitone, is a medication used to treat seizures (convulsions) in people who have epilepsy. It helps prevent and reduce the frequency of seizures, making it easier for individuals with epilepsy to lead a more normal and seizure-free life.

All Forms Of Epilepsy Except Typical Absence Seizures:

Oral: 

• Adult: 60-180 Mg Once Daily At Night 
• Children 1 Month-11 Yrs: Initially 1-1.5 Mg/kg Twice Daily, Then Increased In Steps Of 2 Mg/kg Daily As Required; Maintenance 2.5-4 Mg/kg 1-2 Times A Day; 
• 12-17 Yrs: 60-180 Mg Once Daily 

Status Epilepticus: 

By IV Inj: 

• Adult: 10 Mg/kg (max. Per Dose 1 G), Dose To Be Administered At A Rate Not More Than 100 Mg/minute, Injection To Be Diluted 1 In 10 With Water For Injections 

By Slow IV Inj: 

• Children 1 Month-11 Yrs: Initially 20 Mg/kg, Dose To Be Administered At A Rate No Faster Than 1 Mg/kg/minute, Then 2.5-5 Mg/kg 1-2 Times A Day; 
• 12-17 Yrs: Initially 20 Mg/kg (max. Per Dose 1 G), Dose To Be Administered At A Rate No Faster Than 1 Mg/kg/minute, Then 300 Mg Twice Daily

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