Week 10 - Barbiturates Flashcards
1
Q
Barbiturates should be avoided in patients with impaired ______________ ?
A
Pulmonary function, due to their risk of respiratory depression.
2
Q
What are common side effects with barbiturates?
A
Respiratory depression
Bradycardia
CNS effects
NVD
Rebound seizures
3
Q
What is the MOA of many barbiturates?
A
Binds to GABA site, prolonging the opening of chloride channels
4
Q
What two drugs are classified as barbiturates on the drug list?
A
Phenobarbital
Pentobarbital
ending “-barbital”
5
Q
What are barbiturates indicated for?
A
Tonic-clonic seizures
Simple partial seizures
Complex partial seizures
