Question 1

what is the brand name of secobarbital in south africa? it's not seconal. no one seems to know and even question whether it's still manufactured in sa

Accepted Answer

Avoid it : C12h18n2nao3 or 5-allyl-5-[(1, 1, 1, 3, 3-2h5)-2-pentanyl]-2, 4, 6(1h, 3h, 5h)-pyrimidinetrione.

Question 2

how is seroquel similar to  seconal (secobarbital)?

Accepted Answer

Completely different: Seconal (secobarbital) is a barbiturate and seroquel is an antipsychotic that is used in schizophrenia, bipolar disorder and at lower doses for depression (in combination with an antidepressant).

Question 3

are pentobarbital (nembutal) and secobarbital (seconal) basically the same thing?

Accepted Answer

Barbiturates: They are both barbiturates with different pharmacokinetic profiles.

Question 4

has seconal been associated with steven johnson syndrome? it's being prescribed for severe insomnia where other meds haven't worked.

Accepted Answer

Yes: Almost any drug can but some are more likely than others.

Question 5

ive been getting my seconal filled at walgreens for the last year. their supplier ran out, most pharms say cant order. where can i refill? plz help

Accepted Answer

Best: Would be to talk to your prescriber. Rarely used nowadays, there was only one manufacturer,  it has been largely  replaced by benzodiazepines. They are all controlled substances and should never be used indefinitely.

Question 6

can doctors still prescribe seconal (secobarbital) for insomnia in the united states?

Accepted Answer

Why would you: even what to use that drug?  I would recommend first trying to determine why you have insomnia and then employ non-medicinal methods of treating such as guided imagery, physical, mental and emotional relaxation techniques which are more effective and safer.

Question 7

how similar is seroquel to strong barbiturates such as seconal (secobarbital)?

Accepted Answer

Different drugs: Seconal (secobarbital) is barbiturate and used in the treatment of epilepsy and sometimes insomnia.  Seroquel is used as adjunctive therapy in bipolar disorder. It is psychotropic agent with multiple side effects. Both medications should be used under physician guidance and supervision.

Question 8

do you know which sleeping pills may work like nembutal and seconal (secobarbital)?

Accepted Answer

Sleep: These are barbiturates, not sleeping pill. Depending on what they are used for, older hypnotics ex. Dalmane or Restoril (temazepam) might work.

Question 9

can you tell me which sleeping pills may work as nembutal and seconal (secobarbital)?

Accepted Answer

See below: Seconal (secobarbital) ; Nembutal (pentobarbital) are barbiturates with many side effects. They aren't usually prescribed in the us for insomnia. If you're having trouble sleeping, it is advisable to see a sleep medicine specialist. Avoid long term use of medications for insomnia; rather good sleep hygiene (avoid alcohol, nicotine, caffeine, electronics, ; bright lights close to bedtime) is key.

Question 10

doc originally prescribed seconal (secobarbital) for insomnia, but it wasn't carried even by the hospital so i switched to phenobarbital. is seconal (secobarbital) a better option?

Accepted Answer

Both can be used: But, of the two, seconal (secobarbital) tends to be better for sleep as it does not last as long and has indication for sleep by the fda. However,  there are newer medications for sleep that may be more appropriate and less addictive, especially if your sleep problems are ongoing in nature. Talk with your doctor, and discuss your options and why he or she recommends a particular medication.

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How is seroquel similar to seconal (secobarbital)?

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Are pentobarbital (nembutal) and secobarbital (seconal) basically the same thing?

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Has seconal been associated with steven johnson syndrome? it's being prescribed for severe insomnia where other meds haven't worked.

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Ive been getting my seconal filled at walgreens for the last year. their supplier ran out, most pharms say cant order. where can i refill? plz help

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Can doctors still prescribe seconal (secobarbital) for insomnia in the united states?

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How similar is seroquel to strong barbiturates such as seconal (secobarbital)?

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Do you know which sleeping pills may work like nembutal and seconal (secobarbital)?

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Can you tell me which sleeping pills may work as nembutal and seconal (secobarbital)?

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Doc originally prescribed seconal (secobarbital) for insomnia, but it wasn't carried even by the hospital so i switched to phenobarbital. is seconal (secobarbital) a better option?

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