Question 1

how can i get barbiturates prescribed?

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Prescribed for what?: There is really only one condition for which a barbiturate  can be a drug-of-choice, and that is generalized seizures, for which either Phenobarbital or Primidone (which is metabolized into phenobarbital) can be a first line drug. Barbiturates are mostly complexed with tylenol (acetaminophen) and caffeine in migraine pills like Fioricet etc which I believe is an irrational and dangerous drug. Many better choices.

Question 2

where can one buy barbiturate?

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Pharmacy: These medication require a prescription and are available at the pharmacy.

Question 3

does zopiclone contain barbiturates?

Accepted Answer

Zopiclone: It is a non-benzodiazepine hypnotic. It does not contain barbiturates.

Question 4

what is the criteria for barbiturate to be prescribed?

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Many Uses: Barbiturates, popular during the 1950's & 60's, are used in a number of different ways. Originally used to treat anxiety and insomnia, benzodiazepines are now used. Still barbiturates are used in anesthesia, epilepsy, assisted suicide, and death by lethal injection. Due to problems with dependence and lethality in overdose, this family of medications is less popular than in the past.

Question 5

what happens if you mix barbiturate with strongdrinks?

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Depressants: Barbiturates are central nervous system suppressants like alcohol.  The major difference is that they do not have many of the other systemic effects of alcohol on other parts of the body.   Adding barbiturates to alcohol may produce a lethal suppression of respiration.

Question 6

is it possible to select the barbiturate you will be taking?

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Indication Unclear: I am not sure why you are planning to take a barbiturate?  This type of medication is used primarily to prevent seizures and as an anesthetic agent during surgery. Whatever the reason, the choice of selecting any medication is a collaborative process between you and your physician. Ultimately the choice will be yours to make. Ask your question again with more detail. We are happy to help you.

Question 7

what will my body undergo if i go cold turkey on barbiturates?

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Barb withdrawal: Sudden barbiturate withdrawal can be dangerous, even fatal. You meed to see a physician and be tapered gradually, using some long acting similar drug such as a benzodiazepine.

Question 8

what are some alternatives to use for anxiety instead of barbiturates?

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See below: Cognitive behavior therapy to help you work on the anxiety provoking situations and identify thoughts that contribute to anxiety.  Relaxation exercises, guided imagery, positive affirmations, establishing routines -- will help you with managing your anxiety. Good luck!

Question 9

what are some alternative medications  for anxiety instead of barbiturates?

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Many: First of all, benzodiazepines replaced barbiturates long time ago. They have all the best of barbiturates (almost) without some of the side effects. Using antidepressants for anxiety became standard of care. In addition, I use mood stabilizers, antiseizure medications, antipsychotics, buspar, (buspirone) atarax, muscle relaxants and even opiates ( carefully). A type of anxiety is also important for rx choice.

Question 10

how did i test positive for barbiturates? i don't do drugs, and lost my job over this.

Accepted Answer

NSAID: Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agents such as Ibuprofen (motrin) and naprosyn (naproxen) have been reported to have a 0.4% false positive rate for barbituates. Only you know for sure. Perhaps you would be allowed to retest. Anything else positive?

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