ATC codes:
N03AA02
EMLc
Indication
Status epilepticus
ICD11 code:
8A66
INN
Phenobarbital
Medicine type
Chemical agent
List type
Core
Formulations
Parenteral > General injections > IV:
200 mg per mL in ampoule (phenobarbital sodium)
Sex
All
Age
Also recommended for children
Therapeutic alternatives
The recommendation is for this specific medicine
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Summary of evidence and Expert Committee recommendations
The EMLc Subcommittee endorsed the inclusion of phenobarbital on the core list of the EMLc for status epilepticus refractory to initial treatment with benzodiazepines.