phenobarbitone
Definition
- Noun:
- A long-acting barbiturate drug used as a sedative and anticonvulsant: Phenobarbitone is a medication belonging to the barbiturate class, primarily prescribed to control seizures and for its calming, sedative effects.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The doctor prescribed phenobarbitone to manage the patient's epilepsy.
- Due to its sedative properties, phenobarbitone was once commonly used for anxiety.
Advanced Usage
- Clinical Context: In medical terminology, "phenobarbitone" is often discussed in relation to its therapeutic index, dosage, and potential for dependence.
- Monitoring blood levels of phenobarbitone is crucial for safe and effective treatment.
Variants and Related Words
- Phenobarbital (n): The more common international nonproprietary name (INN) for the same drug.
- Phenobarbital is listed on the World Health Organization's Essential Medicines List.
Synonyms
- Sedative: A substance that promotes calm or induces sleep.
- Anticonvulsant: A drug used to prevent or reduce the severity of seizures.
Notes on Meaning
- This word refers specifically to a pharmaceutical substance. Its use is almost entirely confined to medical, pharmacological, or chemical contexts. It is not used in everyday general conversation.
Noun
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a long-acting barbiturate used as a sedative
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