barbiturate

• Tipo de compuesto orgánico que actúa como depresor del sistema nervioso central, utilizado históricamente como sedante o hipnótico; una sobredosis puede ser mortal.

A type of organic compound that acts as a central nervous system depressant, historically used as a sedative or hypnotic; an overdose can be fatal.

1. Sedative drugC1formalmedical

   A type of organic compound used as a sedative or hypnotic drug, which can cause sleep and relaxation; overdose can be fatal.

   Barbitúrico (fármaco sedante)

   • The doctor prescribed a barbiturate to help with her severe insomnia.
   • Long-term use of barbiturates can lead to physical dependence.
   • An overdose of barbiturates can depress the central nervous system and be fatal.

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