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Pentothal

DEFINITIONS OF: Pentothal

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n 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

Synonyms:
thiopental, thiopental sodium, thiopentobarbital sodium
Type of:
barbiturate
organic compound having powerful soporific effect; overdose can be fatal
truth drug, truth serum
an intravenous anesthetic drug that has a hypnotic effect; induces relaxation and weakens inhibitions; is believed to induce people to talk freely
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