Thiotetrabarbital
Thiotetrabarbital
Thiotetrabarbital (pronunciation: thy-oh-tet-ra-bar-bi-tal) is a type of 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.
Etymology
The term "Thiotetrabarbital" is derived from the Greek words "theion" meaning sulfur, "tetra" meaning four, and "barbituric acid", the base structure of all barbiturates. The "thio" prefix indicates the substitution of a sulfur atom in the tetrabarbital molecule.
Usage
Thiotetrabarbital is primarily used in the medical field as a sedative or hypnotic drug. It is also used in research settings for its effects on the central nervous system and potential applications in the study of various neurological disorders.
Related Terms
- Barbiturate: A class of drugs that act as central nervous system depressants.
- Central nervous system: The part of the nervous system consisting of the brain and spinal cord.
- Sedative: A substance that induces sedation by reducing irritability or excitement.
- Hypnotic: A drug that induces sleep.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Thiotetrabarbital
- Wikipedia's article - Thiotetrabarbital
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