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Alphenal
Introduction
Alphenal is a barbiturate derivative invented in the 1960s. It has primarily anticonvulsant properties, and was used occasionally for the treatment of epilepsy or convulsions, although not as commonly as better known barbiturates such as phenobarbital. [1]
LD50: Mouse (Oral): 280 mg/kg
References
- ↑ Carissimi M, Nuovi Barbiturici Alogenati. Farmaco. Ediozione scientifica. 17(6):390-413. (1962).