thiopental
thio·pen·tal
noun
1.
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
Origin
From thio- + pent(obarbi)tal.
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