Phenobarbitone (Noun)
Meaning
A long-acting barbiturate used as a sedative.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The doctor prescribed phenobarbitone to help the patient relax and sleep after the surgery.
- Phenobarbitone was administered to the anxious child to calm her down before the medical procedure.
- The patient was given a dose of phenobarbitone to reduce her seizures and promote a restful night's sleep.
- The veterinarian used phenobarbitone to sedate the agitated animal before performing the examination.
- The nurse carefully monitored the patient's vital signs after administering phenobarbitone to ensure her safety.