The therapeutic effect of phenobarbital may increase or decrease when taken with other anticonvulsants. Missed Dose - Take next dose as soon as you remember, then resume medication as usual. Do not double-up dosage to catch up on therapeutic effect. Ampoules for injection. Other barbiturates are administered by injection in hospital.
Dosages vary according to therapeutic effect required.
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