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Secobarbital: Chemical Structure, Mechanism of Action, Uses & Side Effects

Chemical Structure:

  • C12H18N2O3

Chemical Structure
Chemical Structure

Mechanism of Action:

  • Secobarbital is a barbiturate that works by enhancing the action of GABA, a neurotransmitter that inhibits the activity of the brain.

  • This results in sedative and hypnotic effects.

Uses:

  • It's used as a sedative for the short-term treatment of insomnia, as well as for preoperative sedation and anesthesia.

Side Effects:

  • Potential side effects include drowsiness, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, and in severe cases, respiratory depression, dependence, and withdrawal symptoms.

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