Thiopental (Noun)
Meaning
Barbiturate that is a hygroscopic powder (trade name Pentothal) that is a strong barbiturate that acts rapidly; induces a relaxed state when injected as a general anesthetic.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- Thiopental is commonly used in emergency medicine to induce anesthesia and facilitate rapid intubation.
- The doctor carefully administered a dose of thiopental to the patient before performing the surgical procedure.
- Thiopental's rapid onset of action makes it a preferred choice for emergency anesthesia in many medical settings.
- Due to its strong barbiturate properties, thiopental should only be administered by trained medical professionals.
- In veterinary medicine, thiopental is sometimes used as a general anesthetic for surgical procedures on animals.