Definition of Amobarbital

1. Noun. A barbiturate with sedative and hypnotic effects; used to relieve insomnia and as an anticonvulsant.


Definition of Amobarbital

1. Noun. A barbiturate derivative, a bitter-tasting odourless white powder with sedative-hypnotic and analgesic properties. ¹

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Definition of Amobarbital

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Medical Definition of Amobarbital

1. A barbiturate with hypnotic and sedative properties (but not antianxiety). Adverse effects are mainly a consequence of dose-related CNS depression and the risk of dependence with continued use is high. Pharmacological action: gaba modulators, sedatives, barbiturate. Chemical name: 2,4,6(1H,3H,5H)-Pyrimidinetrione, 5-ethyl-5-(3-methylbutyl)- (12 Dec 1998)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Amobarbital

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amniotic corpuscle
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amniotic sac
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amniotomies
amniotomy
amobarbital (current term)
amobarbital sodium
amobarbitals
amock
amodiaquine
amodiaquine hydrochloride
amoeba
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