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What is

barbiturate

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Pronunciation: /bɑrˈbɪʧərət/

barbiturate

Definition

A type of drug that causes a decrease in brain activity. Barbiturates may be used to treat insomnia, seizures, and convulsions, and to relieve anxiety and tension before surgery. A barbiturate is a type of central nervous system (CNS) depressant.