Thiopental
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Chetan Lokhande, M.B.B.S [2]
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Overview
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Adult Indications and Dosage
FDA-Labeled Indications and Dosage (Adult)
There is limited information regarding Thiopental FDA-Labeled Indications and Dosage (Adult) in the drug label.
Off-Label Use and Dosage (Adult)
Guideline-Supported Use
There is limited information about Off-Label Guideline-Supported Use of Thiopental in adult patients.
Non–Guideline-Supported Use
There is limited information about Off-Label Non–Guideline-Supported Use of Thiopental in adult patients.
Pediatric Indications and Dosage
FDA-Labeled Indications and Dosage (Pediatric)
There is limited information regarding Thiopental FDA-Labeled Indications and Dosage (Pediatric) in the drug label.
Off-Label Use and Dosage (Pediatric)
Guideline-Supported Use
There is limited information about Off-Label Guideline-Supported Use of Thiopental in pediatric patients.
Non–Guideline-Supported Use
There is limited information about Off-Label Non–Guideline-Supported Use of Thiopental in pediatric patients.
Contraindications
There is limited information regarding Thiopental Contraindications in the drug label.
Warnings
There is limited information regarding Thiopental Warnings' in the drug label.
Adverse Reactions
Clinical Trials Experience
There is limited information regarding Thiopental Clinical Trials Experience in the drug label.
Postmarketing Experience
There is limited information regarding Thiopental Postmarketing Experience in the drug label.
Drug Interactions
There is limited information regarding Thiopental Drug Interactions in the drug label.
Use in Specific Populations
Pregnancy
Pregnancy Category (FDA):
There is no FDA guidance on usage of Thiopental in women who are pregnant.
Pregnancy Category (AUS):
There is no Australian Drug Evaluation Committee (ADEC) guidance on usage of Thiopental in women who are pregnant.
Labor and Delivery
There is no FDA guidance on use of Thiopental during labor and delivery.
Nursing Mothers
There is no FDA guidance on the use of Thiopental in women who are nursing.
Pediatric Use
There is no FDA guidance on the use of Thiopental in pediatric settings.
Geriatic Use
There is no FDA guidance on the use of Thiopental in geriatric settings.
Gender
There is no FDA guidance on the use of Thiopental with respect to specific gender populations.
Race
There is no FDA guidance on the use of Thiopental with respect to specific racial populations.
Renal Impairment
There is no FDA guidance on the use of Thiopental in patients with renal impairment.
Hepatic Impairment
There is no FDA guidance on the use of Thiopental in patients with hepatic impairment.
Females of Reproductive Potential and Males
There is no FDA guidance on the use of Thiopental in women of reproductive potentials and males.
Immunocompromised Patients
There is no FDA guidance one the use of Thiopental in patients who are immunocompromised.
Administration and Monitoring
Administration
There is limited information regarding Thiopental Administration in the drug label.
Monitoring
There is limited information regarding Thiopental Monitoring in the drug label.
IV Compatibility
There is limited information regarding the compatibility of Thiopental and IV administrations.
Overdosage
There is limited information regarding Thiopental overdosage. If you suspect drug poisoning or overdose, please contact the National Poison Help hotline (1-800-222-1222) immediately.
Pharmacology
There is limited information regarding Thiopental Pharmacology in the drug label.
Mechanism of Action
There is limited information regarding Thiopental Mechanism of Action in the drug label.
Structure
There is limited information regarding Thiopental Structure in the drug label.
Pharmacodynamics
There is limited information regarding Thiopental Pharmacodynamics in the drug label.
Pharmacokinetics
There is limited information regarding Thiopental Pharmacokinetics in the drug label.
Nonclinical Toxicology
There is limited information regarding Thiopental Nonclinical Toxicology in the drug label.
Clinical Studies
There is limited information regarding Thiopental Clinical Studies in the drug label.
How Supplied
There is limited information regarding Thiopental How Supplied in the drug label.
Storage
There is limited information regarding Thiopental Storage in the drug label.
Images
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Patient Counseling Information
There is limited information regarding Thiopental Patient Counseling Information in the drug label.
Precautions with Alcohol
Alcohol-Thiopental interaction has not been established. Talk to your doctor about the effects of taking alcohol with this medication.
Brand Names
There is limited information regarding Thiopental Brand Names in the drug label.
Look-Alike Drug Names
There is limited information regarding Thiopental Look-Alike Drug Names in the drug label.
Drug Shortage Status
Price
References
The contents of this FDA label are provided by the National Library of Medicine.