Amobarbital

**Definition:** A barbiturate with hypnotic and sedative properties (but not antianxiety). Adverse effects are mainly a consequence of dose-related CNS depression and the risk of dependence with continued use is high. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p565)

**Tree numbers:** - D03.383.742.698.253.077

**Synonyms:** - Amylobarbitone