Acetyl Carbromal - @ Ureides- Sedative/Hypnotic
Drug Name:
Acetyl Carbromal - @ Ureides- Sedative/Hypnotic
List Of Brands:
Indication Type Description:
Pharmacology/ Pharmacokinetics
Drug Interaction:
Reports not available
Indication:
Anxiety states
Adverse Reaction:
Large dose may cause drowsiness
Contra-Indications:
Sensitivity to bromides
Special precautions:
May be habit forming, should not be used chronically.
Lactation- may cause drowsiness to the infant
Dosages/ Overdosage Etc:
Indications:
Anxiety states
Dosage:
Adults- 250 to 500mg 2 or 3 times daily
Children- administer proportionately less, according to age and weight.
Patient Information:
1. May cause drowsiness, use caution while driving or performing other tasks requiring alertness
2. Avoid alcohol and other CNS depressants
Pharmacology/ Pharmacokinetics:
Pharmacology:
Acetyl carbromal is a short acting CNS depressant used as a daytime sedative and as hypnotic. It release free bromine which causes bromide intoxification. It is metabolised to urea and readiliy eliminated
Interaction with Food:
Reports not available
Pregnancy and lactation:
Lactation-
May cause drowsiness to infants