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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.

Synonyms

  • Thiopentobarbital Sodium
  • Pentothal
  • Thiopental Sodium

Hypernyms

  • Truth Drug
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