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5-ethyl-5-phenyl-1,3-diazinane-2,4,6-trione
Phenobarbital is a barbiturate with sedative and anticonvulsant effects. It enhances the action of the neurotransmitter GABA at the GABA-A receptor, leading to inhibition of neuronal activity. The substance is primarily used for the treatment of epilepsy and has a moderate risk for dependence and adverse effects. Due to its mechanism of action, phenobarbital can lead to severe central nervous system depression in cases of overdose.
Class
Barbiturate
Pharmacological context
Mechanism
Phenobarbital wirkt als ein langwirksames Barbiturat, das die...
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Interactions
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Risk theme
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Mechanism of Action
Designations
IUPAC: 5-ethyl-5-phenyl-barbituric acid
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Receptor Profile
Der NMDA-Rezeptor ist ein ionotroper Glutamatrezeptor, der eine zentrale Rolle bei synaptischer Plastizität, Lernen und Gedächtnisbildung spielt. Er benötigt sowohl Glutamat als auch Glycin als Co-Agonisten zur Aktivierung.
Der AMPA-Rezeptor ist ein ionotroper Glutamatrezeptor, der die schnelle exzitatorische synaptische Übertragung im ZNS vermittelt. Er arbeitet eng mit NMDA-Rezeptoren bei der synaptischen Plastizität zusammen.
Synapedia Evidence
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Phenobarbital wirkt als ein langwirksames Barbiturat, das die GABA-A-Rezeptoren im zentralen Nervensystem aktiviert und dadurch die neuronale Erregbarkeit verringert.
Known Effects
Individual effects may vary significantly. These are pharmacologically documented effects.
Reported range 60–120 mg
Total duration 6–12 hours
Oral
| Tier | Dosage |
|---|---|
| Light | 30–60 mg |
| Reported | 60–120 mg |
| Strong | 120–300 mg |
Oral
Onset
30–60 minutes
Peak
2–4 hours
Total duration
6–12 hours
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Risks
Summary
Kann zu Abhängigkeit führen, Überdosierung ist möglich.
Safer Use
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