Nembutal Oral Liquid is a brand name for pentobarbital sodium, a barbiturate used primarily as a sedative and anesthetic. Here are some of its chemical and physical properties:
Chemical Properties:
- Chemical Formula: C11H17N2NaO3
- Molecular Weight: Approximately 248.26 g/mol (for pentobarbital sodium)
- Structure: Pentobarbital is a derivative of barbituric acid, with a pentyl group at the 5-position.
Physical Properties:
- Appearance: Typically, nebutal oral Liquid is a clear, colorless to slightly yellow liquid.
- Solubility: It is soluble in water due to the sodium salt form, which enhances its solubility compared to the free acid form.
- pH: The solution is usually slightly alkaline.
These properties make Nembutal effective as a central nervous system depressant, used in various medical settings. If you need more detailed or specific information, such as pharmacokinetics or usage guidelines, consulting a medical professional or a detailed pharmaceutical reference would be advisable.