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Barbiturate Withdrawal Symptoms: Risks, Manifestations, and Medical Management
Barbiturates are a class of powerful central nervous system depressants derived from barbituric acid. Historically prescribed for anxiety, insomnia, and seizure disorders, their use has significantly declined due to a high potential for tolerance, dependence, and fatal overdose. When chronic heavy use or abuse is abruptly stopped, patients experience a severe and potentially life-threatening withdrawal…