Gardenal has in its phenobarbital composition, which is an active substance with anticonvulsant properties.This medicine acts on the central nervous system, preventing seizures in people with epilepsy or seizures from other sources.
This drug can be purchased in pharmacy, for a price of about 4 to 9 reais, depending on the dose, formulation and size of the package, requiring the presentation of a prescription.
- The Gardenal remedy has in its phenobarbital composition.
- Which is an active substance with anticonvulsant properties.
- Which is indicated for the prevention of the onset of seizures in people with epilepsy or with seizures of another origin.
- Finds out how epilepsy is diagnosed.
Gardenal is available as 50 mg and 100 mg tablets and in a solution that can be drunk in drops at a concentration of 40 mg / mL The recommended dose for adults is 2 to 3 mg / kg per day and for children is 3 to 4 mg / kg per day, in single or fractional doses.
In the case of drops, it is advisable to dilute them with water
Gardenal should not be used by people allergic to any of the ingredients of the formula, who have porphyria, known hypersensitivity to barbiturates, severe respiratory failure, severe hepatic and renal failure, who use medicines such as saquinavir, ifosfamide or estrogen or progestin contraceptives or who consume alcoholic beverages.
In addition, this medicine is also indicated for contrast use in pregnant and lactating women.
Side effects that may occur during treatment with Gardenal include drowsiness, difficulty waking up, difficulty speaking, amnesia, lack of concentration, coordination and balance problems, behavioral changes, allergic skin reactions, liver problems, muscle disorders, skeletal disorders, nausea and vomiting.