secobarbital

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Noun secobarbital has 1 sense

secobarbital sodium, secobarbital, Seconal, red devil - barbiturate that is a white odorless slightly bitter powder (trade name Seconal) used as a sodium salt for sedation and to treat convulsions
--₁ is a kind of barbiturate

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Term: secobarbital

Description:

Secobarbital is a sedative or hypnotic drug, commonly known as a barbiturate. It is primarily used to treat insomnia and certain seizure disorders. Secobarbital works by depressing the central nervous system, causing relaxation and sleepiness.

Senses:

Sense 1:

Noun: A sedative or hypnotic drug

Example Sentence: The doctor prescribed secobarbital to help the patient sleep better at night.

Senses:

Sense 2:

Noun: A specific brand name for the barbiturate

Example Sentence: The patient was taking Secobarbital brand of barbiturate for the treatment of their seizures.