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Chloral hydrate

Chloral hydrate is a sedative-hypnotic agent that primarily exerts its central depressant effects as a GABA-A receptor agonist. Historically, it has been used as a sleep aid and tranquilizer, but due to side effects and dependency risks, it is less commonly used today. The substance has calming and sleep-promoting effects but can be toxic in case of overdose.

Depressiva
Depressiva
GABA-A-Rezeptoren

Mechanism of Action

  • GABA-A agonist
Detailed mechanism of action

Names / Identifiers

IUPAC: Chloral hydrate

Mechanism of Action

Chloralhydrat wirkt als Sedativum, indem es die GABA-A-Rezeptoren im zentralen Nervensystem moduliert, was zu einer verstärkten Hemmung neuronaler Aktivität führt.

Effects

sedierend
hypnotisch
anxiolytisch
muskelrelaxierend
antikonvulsiv

Effects described from scientific sources. Individual experiences vary.

Dosage

Safety NoteIndividual variation, start at a low dose, no medical advice.

Individual sensitivity varies. Not a dosage recommendation.

Duration

Peak1-2 hours
NotesEffects may vary depending on dose and individual response.
Onset15-30 minutes
Total6-8 hours
After Effects2-4 hours

Risks & Warnings

Warnings

  • Pregnancy
  • Liver diseases
  • Respiratory diseases

Known Risks

  • medium
  • Chloralhydrat kann zu Abhängigkeit und Nebenwirkungen führen.

Safer Use

  • Start at a low dose.
  • Avoid polydrug use with other depressants.

Harm reduction tips do not replace medical advice.

Known Interactions

  • Alcohol
  • Benzodiazepines
  • Opioids

This list is not exhaustive. Interactions can have unpredictable effects.

Legal Status

ATVerschreibungspflichtig
CHVerschreibungspflichtig
DEVerschreibungspflichtig
USVerschreibungspflichtig
NotesIn vielen Ländern ist Chloralhydrat aufgrund seines Missbrauchspotenzials reguliert.

Not legal advice. Status may change.