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Gardenal Injection

By ABBOTT HEALTHCARE PVT LTD
1ml Injection in Ampoule
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Gardenal Injection Description

Gardenal Injection is an injection manufactured by Abbott health. It is from the drug class of barbiturates, which acts as a central nervous system depressant. It is an anti-epileptic and anti-convul

sant medication (drugs that take different neural pathways reduce seizure episodes). It is also used as a sedative-hypnotic to treat sleep problems and anxiety. The injection should not be administered without the doctor’s approval. The active component of the injection is phenobarbitone. Long-term use of phenobarbitone can lead to changes in the body’s soft tissue and can be addictive. It should not be administered for more than two weeks. Overdose can also cause folic acid deficiencies, which can lead to anaemia. At the same time, sudden withdrawal can cause sleeplessness, anxiety, dizziness, fits etc. If being used for insomnia, it is generally recommended to take the injection 30 to 60 minutes before sleeping. It can be taken with or without food. In some patients, it can cause excitement instead of controlling aggression.

modeOfAction

Product Summary

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ContainsPhenobarbital
UsesEpileptic seizures, Sedative, Anxiety.
Side effectsRespiratory depression, Bleeding, Anemia, Anger, Nausea, Dizziness, Constipation, Diarrhoea, Confusion, Blood pressure decrease, Headache, Hangover, Lack of energy, Memory problem, Rashes, Megaloblastic anaemia, Vertigo, Irritability.
TherapyANTI-EPILEPTIC
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uses

Uses of Gardenal Injection

  • Epileptic seizures
  • Epileptic fits
  • Sedation
  • Anxiety
  • Convulsion
  • Insomnia
  • Hypnotic
contraindications

Contraindications of Gardenal Injection

  • If you are allergic to Gardenal Injection or its active ingredient
  • If you consume alcohol
  • If you are pregnant or breastfeeding
  • If you have a respiratory disease
  • If you are on a CNS depressant
  • If you have a Kidney disease
  • If you have a Liver disease
  • If you have a Porphyria
sideEffects

Side effects of Gardenal Injection

  • Coma
  • Bleeding
  • Anaemia
  • Anger
  • Nausea
  • Dizziness
  • Constipation
  • Diarrhoea
  • Confusion
  • Reduced blood pressure
  • Headache
  • Hangover
  • Lack of energy
  • Memory problem
  • Rashes
precautionsAndWarnings

Precautions and Warnings of Gardenal Injection

pregnancy

Pregnancy

Q:
Can I take Gardenal Injection during pregnancy?
A:
Gardenal Injection is a category D drug which means it has potential side effects on the foetus and can be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek advice from an expert in cases of emergency.
breastfeeding

Breast Feeding

Q:
Can I take Gardenal Injection while breastfeeding the baby?
A:
No, Gardenal Injection should not be given to breastfeeding women without discussing the benefit and risk ratio with the doctor.
driving

Driving

Q:
Can I drive if I have taken Gardenal Injection?
A:
No, one should not drive while using Gardenal Injection as it causes drowsiness, dizziness, a decrease in blood pressure or headache. It causes CNS depression which incapacitates the mental and physical being of the person. So, one should not perform activities that require mental alertness, such as driving.
alcohol

Alcohol

Q:
Can I consume alcohol with the Gardenal Injection?
A:
No, the patient should not consume alcohol with Gardenal Injection as it intensifies the effect of drowsiness.
otherGeneralWarnings

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if
  • Before the doctors prescribe this medication, talk to your doctor about your past and ongoing medical history, as some of the diseases can make you more susceptible to some of the side effects or can ...
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  • Talk to your doctor if,
  • You take other medications and have an allergy to the active ingredient or excipients.
  • Your condition does not improve or worsen after taking the medication.
  • You want to stop the medication. This medicine should not be stopped abruptly. It should be tapered to smaller doses and then stopped as and when suggested by the doctor.
  • You are trying to conceive or breastfeeding the baby or on birth control pills.
  • In case of addiction or dependency.
  • In case of a regular missing dose.
  • In case of overdose.
  • You are taking opioids or other cough relievers.
modeOfAction

Mode of Action of Gardenal Injection

How Does It Work?

Phenobarbitone increases GABA (Gamma-Amino Butyric Acid) activity, a chemical agent that reduces seizure activity in the brain. GABA calms down the body and relaxes the individual. It also blocks calc...
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directionsForUse

Directions for Use of Gardenal Injection

  • Gardenal Injection should be administered by a skilled healthcare professional. It should be administered with caution in patients who have a mental illness or have a suicidal tendency, or who have a ...
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interactions

Interactions of Gardenal Injection

Interactions with other medicines

  • Gardenal Injection interacts with the following medicines:-
  • Atazanavir
  • Boceprevir
  • Indinavir
  • Ranolazine
  • Voriconazole
  • Cariprazine
  • Darunavir
  • Doravirine
  • Naloxegol
  • Vandetanib
  • Consult your doctor if you are on the above medications.

Interactions with food items

  • It is not advised to combine Gardenal Injection with alcohol, as it increases drowsiness. Alcohol shows additive Central Nervous System (CNS) depressant effects.
storageAndDisposal

Storage and disposal of Gardenal Injection

Store Gardenal Injection at room temperature, away from direct heat and light in an airtight container. Do not freeze it and keep them away from pets and children. The injection must be carefully disp...
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dosage

Dosage of Gardenal Injection

Overdose

Don’t take more than the prescribed dose. Overdosing will not improve the symptoms; rather, it will lead to toxicity in the body. It can lead to severe side effects. In case of overdose, directly visi...
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Missed a Dose

If you have missed the dose of Gardenal Injection, take it as soon as you remember it. If it is close to the time of the next dose, then let it be. Take the next dose at the normal time. Do not take t...
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Content Details

WRITTEN BY
doctor

DR. Pallavi Kaushik

BDS & Masters in Clinical Research

REVIEWED BY
doctor

Dr. Vijay Y

MBBS, MD in Clinical Pharmacology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

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Q: Can Gardenal Injection cause addiction?

A: Yes, it can cause addiction in patients who are chronic alcoholics or have been taking the injection for a long time. It should not be given to any other person who may or may not have the same symptoms.

Q: Can I stop taking Gardenal Injection once the seizures are controlled?

A: No, you should not stop taking Gardenal Injection if the seizures are controlled without consulting your doctor. As the sudden withdrawal of the medicine can cause sleeplessness, anxiety, dizziness, feeling sick, fits, and delirium. The dose of Gardenal Injection should be reduced gradually with time.

Q: Can I take folic acid with Gardenal Injection?

A: Gardenal Injection can cause folic acid deficiency. Folic acid deficiency can cause certain types of anaemia, such as megaloblastic anaemia in some patients. But it is observed that if you take folic acid along with Gardenal, then it may decrease the levels of Gardenal in the body. This decrease in the Gardenal may lead to seizures. Hence, folic acid should be avoided.
Product Details
Brand
GARDENAL
Country of Origin
India
Expires on or After
24/03/2025
Last Updated on: 16 Apr 2022 | 05:24 PM (IST)

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