Pentobarbital Sodium Liquid

PENTOBARBITAL (pen toe BAR bi tal) treats seizures. It may also be used to cause drowsiness, including before a procedure. It works by calming overactive nerves in your body.

What are the uses of pentobarbital oral solution?

Pentobarbital has several uses. The most common use that will come to everyone’s mind when you mention pentobarbital is its use in euthanasia. Veterinaries also use the drug to sedate and euthanize animals. In lethal doses, you can euthanize animals such as dogs and cats.

How pentobarbital oral solution works

Pentobarbital simply works by reducing the activities of the CNS and the brain.

Is pentobarbital oral solution addictive?

Pentobarbital is very addictive. It is always wise to take the recommended amount with exceeding or reducing. Never quit the drug without consulting a doctor. Doing that will cause unwanted withdrawal symptoms such as insomnia, dizziness, among others. Consult with your doctor on the best way to stop taking pentobarbital.

Can dogs take pentobarbital oral solution?

Pentobarbital Sodium Liquid is a very common drug when it comes to euthanizing dogs. Specialists introduced it into veterinary in 1931 as an anesthetic agent. During this period, it was a breakthrough for anesthesia and sedation for animals. Vets are still using it for sedating animals and to treat epileptic seizures despite other drugs replacing it. Pentobarbital is a prescription only drug and only a qualified veterinarian can prescribe it to you.