Barbinal
Barbinal Products are primarily used for
Epilepsy/Seizures, Epilepsy, Anesthesia
About Barbinal Products
Barbinal Products side effects
Common
Side Effect of Barbinal is Sleepiness.
Severe
Side Effects of Barbinal are Nausea, Headache, Excitement, Hangover, Vomiting, Vertigo, Softening of bones, Lethargy, Restlessness, Respiratory depression, Hypersensitivity.
How Barbinal Products work
Phenobarbitone controls seizures or fits by increasing the action of GABA, a chemical messenger which suppresses the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells in the brain.
Patient Concerns about Barbinal Products
Frequently asked questions about Barbinal Products
Frequently asked questions about Phenobarbitone
Q. What is Barbinal 30mg Tablet used for?
Barbinal 30mg Tablet is prescribed to control seizures or fits. Barbinal 30mg Tablet belongs to barbiturate group of medicines. In exceptional circumstances, it is also used to treat seizures that sometimes accompany a high fever in children.
Q. What if I forget to take Barbinal 30mg Tablet?
If you forget to take a dose, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is time for the next dose, skip the forgotten dose and take the next dose. Do not double the dose to make up for the forgotten dose.
Q. Can Barbinal 30mg Tablet cause addiction?
Yes, Barbinal 30mg Tablet may cause addiction in patients with a history of alcoholism and drug abuse if they take it for a prolonged time. Therefore, Barbinal 30mg Tablet should be avoided in such patients.
Q. What are the long-term side effects of Barbinal 30mg Tablet?
Long-term use of phenobarbital can lead to changes in the soft tissues of the body. Symptoms include pain in the joints or thickening in areas such as the palm or the bottom of the foot. If you notice any changes of this kind, tell the doctor.
Q. Can I stop taking Barbinal 30mg Tablet once my seizures get controlled?
No, you should not stop taking Barbinal 30mg Tablet without consulting your doctor. Sudden withdrawal can cause sleeplessness, anxiety, tremor, dizziness, feeling sick, fits and delirium. The dose of Barbinal 30mg Tablet should be reduced gradually.
Q. What will happen if I accidentally take more than the recommended dose of Barbinal 30mg Tablet?
Swallowing more than the recommended doses may cause drowsiness, speech problems, jerky movements, jerky eye movements, loss of inhibition, reduced reflex response, low body temperature, low blood pressure and breathing problems. Contact your nearest hospital emergency services or your doctor immediately.
Q. What are the effects of Barbinal 30mg Tablet in children?
Barbinal 30mg Tablet is useful in treating many kinds of seizures in children. It is often considered as the first choice to treat certain kinds of seizures in newborns. The child taking Barbinal 30mg Tablet treatment may develop problems with behavior and learning. Side effects are much more likely to be troublesome if high doses are given or if too high a dose is given at the beginning of the treatment. It may be necessary to increase the dose very slowly over several months.
Q. Can I take folic acid with Barbinal 30mg Tablet?
Barbinal 30mg Tablet causes folic acid deficiency which is responsible for certain types of anemia (megaloblastic anemia) in some patients. But if you take folic acid, then it may decrease the levels of Barbinal 30mg Tablet in your body. This may lead to seizures. Therefore, folic acid should be avoided.
Q. For how long do I need to take Barbinal 30mg Tablet?
You should take Barbinal 30mg Tablet for the duration advised by your doctor. This drug has a habit-forming effect, therefore, its long-term use is not recommended.
Q. Are there any tests available which check the levels of Barbinal 30mg Tablet in the blood?
Yes, laboratory tests are available. If you feel excessively sleepy and experience tremor or balance issues or double vision, inform your doctor and get the levels checked.
Q. Can Barbinal 30mg Tablet cause withdrawal symptoms?
Yes, suddenly stopping Barbinal 30mg Tablet can cause withdrawal symptoms which include sleeplessness, anxiety, tremor, dizziness, nausea, fits, and delirium.
Products for Barbinal
Barbinal 30mg Tablet
strip of 10 tablets
MRP
₹9.5
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Barbinal 60mg Tablet
strip of 10 tablets
MRP
₹18
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