Drug reference

secobarbital

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Drug class

Central Nervous System (Barbiturates)

Mechanism of action

Depress reticular activating system & cerebellar function

Common side effects

  • Constipation
  • Dizziness
  • Somnolence
  • Anxiety
  • Ataxia

Known interactions (2)

Related conditions

Frequently asked questions

What drug class is secobarbital?

secobarbital belongs to: Central Nervous System.

How does secobarbital work?

Depress reticular activating system & cerebellar function

What are the common side effects of secobarbital?

Constipation, Dizziness, Somnolence, Anxiety, Ataxia

Which drugs interact with secobarbital?

apixaban, isocarboxazid

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