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BUTISOL SODIUM (NDA-000793)

(BUTABARBITAL SODIUM)

Safety-related Labeling Changes Approved by FDA Center for Drug Evaluation and Research (CDER)

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02/06/2019 (SUPPL-26)

Approved Drug Label (PDF)

5 Warnings and Precautions

Warnings

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Because BUTISOL SODIUM® (butabarbital sodium tablets, USP and butabarbital sodium oral solution, USP) can cause drowsiness and a decreased level of consciousness, patients, particularly the elderly, are at a higher risk of falls.

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17 PCI/PI/MG (Patient Counseling Information/Patient Information/Medication Guide)

Information for patients:

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Advise patients that increased drowsiness and decreased consciousness may increase the risk of falls in some patients.

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