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Treatment Options
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Barbiturates
Barbiturates are a class of drugs sometimes used to treat sleep disorders. Drugs in this class produce drowsiness and prolong sleep duration by slowing the body's central nervous system functioning. Barbiturates can also cause mild sedation and a hypnotic state. At higher doses, these drugs are even used as anesthetics. Barbiturates can be habit-forming and should be carefully prescribed and monitored by a physician. When used for treating sleep disorders, barbiturates should be used only short-term, usually a period of no more than 2 weeks, since patients tend to develop tolerance to their effects. Drugs in the class
Amobarbital (Amytal)
Butabarbital Oral Elixir (Butisol Elixir)
Secobarbital (Seconal)
Phenobarbital (Solfoton)
Butabarbital (Butisol, Sarisol No.2)
Pentobarbital Oral (Nembutal Oral) |
Note: The above information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist, or other healthcare professional. It is not intended to diagnose a health condition, but it can be used as a guide to help you decide if you should seek professional treatment or to help you learn more about your condition once it has been diagnosed.
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