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ETHYLBARBITAL

\ˈiːθɪlbˌɑːbɪtə͡l], \ˈiːθɪlbˌɑːbɪtə‍l], \ˈiː_θ_ɪ_l_b_ˌɑː_b_ɪ_t_əl]\

Definitions of ETHYLBARBITAL

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A long-acting barbiturate that depresses most metabolic processes at high doses. It is used as a hypnotic and sedative and may induce dependence. Barbital is also used in veterinary practice for central nervous system depression.

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