paraldehyde

paraldehyde definition - medical

par·al·de·hyde (pə-rălˈdə-hīdˌ)

noun
A potent hypnotic and sedative suitable for oral, rectal, intravenous, and intramuscular administration. Also called paracetaldehyde.

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