DEA schedule
Is pentobarbital a controlled substance?
Federal schedule for pentobarbital from the FDA NDC directory, checked against the DEA controlled substances list.
Source: FDA NDC Directory file dated 2026-10-22. Publisher page
Yes. Pentobarbital is a Schedule II controlled substance under the federal Controlled Substances Act. Matching DEA list entry: Pentobarbital (Schedule II).
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Schedule check
| Source | What it lists |
|---|---|
| FDA NDC directory | 2 prescription listings from 2 labelers, all Schedule II |
| DEA controlled substances list | Pentobarbital: Schedule II |
DEA list entry
| Substance | DEA code | Schedule | Narcotic | Other names | Match |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pentobarbital | 2270 | II | No | Nembutal | Listed by name |
Pentobarbital NDC listings
Questions
Is pentobarbital a controlled substance?
Yes. Pentobarbital is a Schedule II controlled substance under the federal Controlled Substances Act. Matching DEA list entry: Pentobarbital (Schedule II).
Is pentobarbital a narcotic?
No. The DEA list does not mark pentobarbital as a narcotic (NARC = N) and places it in Schedule II.
What schedule is pentobarbital?
Pentobarbital is Schedule II in the FDA NDC directory, which matches the DEA controlled substances list.
Does this page cover state schedules?
No. This page reports the federal schedule only. Some states schedule drugs on their own; check your state board of pharmacy.