Definition

A medication used to treat seizures and as a sedative, belonging to a class of drugs known as barbiturates.

Example

The doctor prescribed phenobarbitone to help control the patient's seizures.

Conversation

Have you heard about phenobarbitone?

Yeah, I think it's used for treating seizures, right?

Exactly! It's interesting how it works in the brain.

For sure, I read that it can be really effective.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Phenobarbitone → It is formed from "pheno-" (from Greek "phainō", meaning to show or to appear) and "barbitone" (derived from "barbituric acid", which is a compound related to the sedative effects of the drug). The word refers to a compound that shows sedative properties, derived from barbiturates.

Memory Tip

Think of 'pheno-' meaning to 'show' or 'appear', which helps you remember that phenobarbitone is a drug that shows sedative effects.

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