Glutethimide
Aliases: doriden, elrodorm, noxyron, glimid
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Summary
Is a hypnotic sedative that was introduced in 1954, as a "safe" alternative to barbiturates to treat insomnia. Anecdotally long term use has had effects similar to withdrawal, while still on a stable dose of the drug.
Dose Information
Onset, Duration & After-effects
- Onset:
- 30-45 minutes
- Duration:
- 2-8 hours
- After-effects:
- 1-12 hours