"Paraldehyde" is a descriptor in the National Library of Medicine's controlled vocabulary thesaurus,
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A hypnotic and sedative with anticonvulsant effects. However, because of the hazards associated with its administration, its tendency to react with plastic, and the risks associated with its deterioration, it has largely been superseded by other agents. It is still occasionally used to control status epilepticus resistant to conventional treatment. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p608-9)
| Descriptor ID |
D010242
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| MeSH Number(s) |
D02.047.064.586
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