noun
- Barbiturate that is a hygroscopic powder (trade name Pentothal) that is a strong barbiturate that acts rapidly; induces a relaxed state when injected as a general anesthetic.
- synonyms: thiopental sodium, thiopentobarbital sodium, Pentothal
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