Thiopental - naatriumitiopentaal
5-10 mins
Redistribution away from central circulation
towards muscle and fat tissue
Concentration is low enough in the brain that
consciousness returns
Most commonly used in the induction phase of general
anesthesia
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Degree of injury is related to the
concentration
Hypotension
Respiratory depression
Tissue necrosis
Laryngeal spasm
Bronchospasm
Allergic reaction
Rarely, intra-arterial injection can occur
Side effects may last up to 36 hours
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Widely used for over 40 years
Many different uses
Works as sedative
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THIOPENTAL
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