Amobarbital
Categories
Summary
A sedative and hypnotic barbiturate first discovered in 1923. Formerly widely used recreationally and medically, barbiturates have declined in popularity with the appearance of benzodiazepines and other drugs with less serious consequences in overdose.
Dose Information
Onset, Duration & After-effects
- Onset:
- 10-30 minutes
- Duration:
- 5-9 hours
- After-effects:
- 2-12 hours
Effects
- Anxiolytic
- Sedative
- Muscle Relaxant
- Amnesia
- Dystaxia
- Hypnotic