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Noctec Indications, Dosage, Storage, Stability - Chloral Hydrate
Noctec Indications, Dosage, Storage, Stability - Chloral Hydrate
INDICATIONS
Chloral hydrate is
indicated for nocturnal
sedation in all types
of patients and especially for the ill, the young, and the elderly
patient.
In candidates for surgery,
it is a satisfactory preoperative sedative that allays anxiety
and induces sleep without
depressing respiration
or cough reflex. In postoperative
care and control of
pain, it is a valuable
adjunct to opiates and analgesics.
DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION
The syrup may be administered
in a half glass of water,
fruit juice, or ginger
ale.
ADULTS
The usual hypnotic
dose is 500 mg
to 1 g, taken 15 to 30 minutes before bedtime or ½ hour before
surgery. The usual sedative
dose is 250 mg three times
daily after meals. Generally, single doses or daily dosage should
not exceed 2 g.
CHILDREN
The usual daily hypnotic
dose is 50 mg/ kg
of body weight, with a
maximum of 1 g per single
dose. Daily dosage may
be given in divided doses if indicated. The sedative
dose is half of the hypnotic
dosage.
HOW SUPPLIED
Chloral Hydrate Syrup, USP is supplied as a clear, pink to orange
colored, orange flavored syrup
containing 500 mg (7½
gr) in 5 mL (teaspoonful) in the following size:
Storage
Store at controlled room
temperature, 15°-30° C (59°-86° F).
AVOID EXCESSIVE HEAT
Dispense in tight, light- resistant containers as defined in the
USP.
CAUTION: Federal law prohibits
dispensing without prescription.
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