Meaning of THIOPENTAL SODIUM

Pronunciation:			`thIu'pentl 'sowdeeum
WordNet Dictionary
	Definition:		[n]  barbiturate that is a hygroscopic powder (trade name Pentothal) that is a strong barbiturate that acts rapidly; induces a relaxed state when injected as a general anesthetic
	Synonyms:		Pentothal, thiopental, thiopentobarbital sodium
	See Also:		barbiturate, truth drug, truth serum