PSYCHIATRIC USES OF INTRAVENOUS SODIUM AMYTAL
Abstract
Sodium amytal intravenously is a valuable diagnostic and therapeutic agent in psychiatry meriting more usage than given. Many patients in whom shock therapy or hypnosis cannot be utilized can be helped therapeutically or palliatively by suitable administration of this drug. It is convenient, safe and inexpensive, and can be used in stimulating doses, in narcosis regimen or as a powerful sedative.
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