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Methohexitone sodium is an allopathic medicine Secondary and off-label uses of Methohexitone sodium have also been mentioned below. The correct dosage of Methohexitone sodium depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Methohexitone sodium is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Methohexitone sodium is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Methohexitone sodium safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Methohexitone sodium in pregnant women.
Is the use of Methohexitone sodium safe during breastfeeding?
Methohexitone sodium does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
What is the effect of Methohexitone sodium on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Methohexitone sodium on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Methohexitone sodium on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Methohexitone sodium on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Methohexitone sodium on the Heart?
Side effects of Methohexitone sodium rarely affect the heart.
Methohexitone sodium should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Methohexitone sodium unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Methohexitone sodium habit forming or addictive?
Methohexitone sodium can be addictive. You should not take it without medical advice.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Methohexitone sodium can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Methohexitone sodium is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Methohexitone sodium for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Methohexitone sodium
There is no information on the effects of taking Methohexitone sodium with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Methohexitone sodium
Taking Methohexitone sodium with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 382
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Brevital® Sodium (methohexital sodium)