Ingredient

Phenobarbital

Phenobarbital is an ingredient that acts as a hypnotic sedative, relieving insomnia and anxiety.

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MFDS ingredient code M040685

What does it do?

Phenobarbital is a barbiturate that suppresses the activity of the central nervous system, exhibiting sedative and hypnotic effects. It is primarily used to relieve symptoms of insomnia or anxiety. This ingredient helps reduce excessive excitability of the nervous system.

Phenobarbital enhances the action of GABA, a neurotransmitter in the brain, inhibiting the activity of nerve cells. This results in reduced brain excitability, facilitating sedation and sleep induction. Consequently, symptoms of insomnia and anxiety are alleviated.

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Approved uses differ by product. Check each product's information for its actual use.

Good to know

Phenobarbital has a relatively long duration of action compared to other barbiturates. Additionally, while it has a strong sedative effect, there is a risk of tolerance and dependence, so it should be used cautiously.

Medicines containing this ingredient

Even with the same ingredient, strength, dosage form and how it is taken can differ.

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Even with the same ingredient, dosage and approved uses can differ by strength, dosage form and combined ingredients. Check each product's information before taking it.

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Product approval information is based on drug information provided by the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
Ingredient and class descriptions are not part of MFDS data and were written separately by Cashdoc.
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