Tetronal
Tetronal
Tetronal (pronounced: te-tron-al) is a sedative and hypnotic drug that was formerly used in medicine. It is a derivative of sulfonal, a compound with similar properties.
Etymology
The term "Tetronal" is derived from the Greek words "tetra", meaning four, and "nol", a suffix often used in the names of chemical substances. This is in reference to the four carbon atoms present in the chemical structure of Tetronal.
Usage
Tetronal was primarily used as a sedative and hypnotic drug, particularly in the treatment of insomnia. However, due to its potential for abuse and the development of safer alternatives, it is no longer commonly used in medical practice.
Related Terms
- Sulfonal: A compound with similar properties to Tetronal, from which Tetronal is derived.
- Sedative: A substance that induces sedation by reducing irritability or excitement.
- Hypnotic: A drug that induces sleep.
- Insomnia: A sleep disorder that is characterized by difficulty falling and/or staying asleep.
See Also
- Barbiturate: A class of drugs that act as central nervous system depressants, and can therefore produce a wide spectrum of effects, from mild sedation to total anesthesia.
- Sleep disorder: A medical disorder of the sleep patterns of a person or animal.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Tetronal
- Wikipedia's article - Tetronal
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