Barbiturates are a type of drug that slows down brain activity. Barbiturates have been used for several conditions, including insomnia, anxiety, muscle spasms, and seizures. However, this drug ...

Objectives: To evaluate high-dose barbiturates as a second-tier therapy for pediatric refractory intracranial hypertension complicating severe traumatic brain injury. Design: This is a ...

Frequently, these barbiturates, especially the latter, are most useful for patients with the pattern of Type 3 insomnia. It is advisable to give 0.1 gm. when the patient goes to bed. Action should ...

Do U.S. physicians hand out too many barbiturates? Doctors prescribe from 3 Dillon to 4 billion doses each year and there are estimated to be at least 50,000 confirmed addicts besides a host of ...