Side Effects


What side effects may I notice from receiving Seconal?

Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible:
-allergic reactions like skin rash, itching or hives, swelling of the face, lips, or tongue
-breathing problems
-feeling faint, lightheaded
-fever, chills, sore throat
-hallucination
-irregular heartbeat
-redness, blistering, peeling or loosening of the skin, including inside the mouth
-unusual activities while asleep like driving, eating, making phone calls
-unusual bleeding, bruising
-unusually weak or tired
-yellowing of the eyes or skin

Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your doctor or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome):
-clumsy, unsteady
-constipation
-drowsy, tired
-headache
-irritable, nervous
-nausea, vomiting
-nightmares, trouble sleeping

This list may not describe all possible side effects for Seconal. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Source: FDA