title: Administration of methohexital for pediatric outpatient dentistry.
abstract: Rectally administered methohexital is a safe, effective sedative to ameliorate the stress of the surgical experience for the uncooperative child. The rapid onset, relatively short duration, and patient acceptance of this technique make it applicable for many pediatric outpatient procedures. Induction doses of 20-30 mg/kg of a 10% methohexital solution can produce sleep in 7-8 minutes. In some situations, the rectal route of administration has advantages over more commonly used techniques.
authors.affiliation: Boston University Medical Center, MA.
authors.forename: M J
authors.initials: MJ
authors.lastname: Hunter
authors.forename: J D
authors.initials: JD
authors.lastname: Griswold
authors.forename: M
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: Rosenberg
mesh_terms: D000285:Administration, Rectal; D000556:Ambulatory Surgical Procedures; D002648:Child; D002652:Child Behavior; D002675:Child, Preschool; D005239:Fear; D006801:Humans; D008723:Methohexital / Q000008:administration & dosage*; D011300:Preoperative Care
chemical_list: D008723:Methohexital