CHLORAL HYDRATE
\klˈɔːɹə͡l hˈa͡ɪdɹe͡ɪt], \klˈɔːɹəl hˈaɪdɹeɪt], \k_l_ˈɔː_ɹ_əl h_ˈaɪ_d_ɹ_eɪ_t]\
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By Princeton University
By DataStellar Co., Ltd
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A hypnotic and sedative used in the treatment of insomnia. The safety margin is too narrow for chloral hydrate to be used as a general anesthetic in humans, but it is commonly used for that purpose in animal experiments. It is no longer considered useful as an anti-anxiety medication.
By DataStellar Co., Ltd
By William R. Warner
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tinctura quininae ammoniata
- A preparation made by dissolving quinin sulphate in alcohol [Br. Ph.].