Administration of Nembutal

Introduction

It is straight forward to take Nembutal for the purpose of a peaceful and reliable death. This is one of the reasons that it is Nembutal is the drug of choice in places where assisted suicide and voluntary euthanasia are lawful.

Things to Consider

Powder Nembutal makes a clear liquid. When a person decides to die, 6 or more grams of powdered Nembutal is placed in a glass, and then about 50ml of cold water is added, The powder should be stirred until it is fully dissolved. The liquid in the glass will be clear.

Breaking the seal of Liquid Nembutal

In the case of liquid, the bottle is opened by breaking the seal and pouring all the contents (50ml) into a clean glass Note, these bottles are tightly sealed and the liquid inside is sterile. Breaking the seal can sometimes be difficult especially if vision is poor, so be careful with it.

Anti-emetics

In places where assisted dying is legal, Nembutal is invariably taken with a separate anti-emetic (anti-vomiting) drug. The antiemetic will be taken as stipulated either for two days prior to the chosen night. Alternatively it can be taken as a single ‘stat dose’ around 40 minutes before the Nembutal is to be taken.

Eating something light

Have something light to eat so your stomach is not empty is generally considered a good idea. The chance or reflex vomiting brought on by drinking the bitter Nembutal liquid is reduced if there is something in the stomach. This should not be a significant meal that will slow the absorption of the drug. Something light is preferable, like tea and toast, an hour or so before taking the drug.