Nembutal
Nembutal
Nembutal (pronounced: nem-byoo-tahl) is a brand name for the barbiturate drug Pentobarbital. It is a short-acting barbiturate that is often used for sedation, anesthesia, and for the treatment of certain medical conditions such as insomnia and seizures.
Etymology
The name "Nembutal" is derived from the chemical structure of the drug, N-ethyl-methyl-butyl-al (Nembutal). The "-al" at the end of the name signifies that it is an aldehyde, a type of organic compound.
Usage
Nembutal is used in a variety of medical contexts. It is often used as a sedative or hypnotic, and can also be used for the treatment of insomnia and seizures. In high doses, it can be used for euthanasia or assisted suicide.
Related Terms
- Barbiturate: A class of drugs that act as central nervous system depressants. Nembutal is a type of barbiturate.
- Pentobarbital: The generic name for Nembutal. It is a short-acting barbiturate.
- Insomnia: A sleep disorder that is characterized by difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep. Nembutal can be used to treat insomnia.
- Seizures: A sudden, uncontrolled electrical disturbance in the brain. Nembutal can be used to control seizures.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Nembutal
- Wikipedia's article - Nembutal
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