Barbital
MESHD001462
A long-acting barbiturate that depresses most metabolic processes at high doses. It is used as a hypnotic and sedative and may induce dependence. Barbital is also used in veterinary practice for central nervous system depression.
Synonyms
- Barbitone
- Diethylmalonylurea
- Ethylbarbital
- Medinal
- Veronal
- Diemal
- Dormileno
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