Secobarbital (Noun)
Meaning
Barbiturate that is a white odorless slightly bitter powder (trade name Seconal) used as a sodium salt for sedation and to treat convulsions.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- Secobarbital is a barbiturate that has been used for decades as a sedative and anticonvulsant under the trade name Seconal.
- The doctor prescribed secobarbital to help the patient relax and reduce anxiety before the surgery.
- Secobarbital is a controlled substance due to its potential for abuse and dependence.
- The nurse administered a dose of secobarbital to the patient to help manage her seizures.
- Secobarbital is a white, odorless, slightly bitter powder that is often used in its sodium salt form for medical purposes.