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SummaryChloral Hydrate, a sedative drug discovered in 1832 with a history of recreational use going back to the 19th century. Sometimes prescribed for extreme insomnia. For such an old drug, relatively little is known about its long-term term effects on the body. Produces intoxication comparable to alcohol or benzodiazepines.
DoseLight: 200mg's Common: 200-500mg's Strong: 500-1000mg's.
Onset20-60 minutes.
Duration5-10 hours
Aliaseschloral-hydrate
aquachloral
somnos
AvodAll other CNS depressants.
Categoriesdepressant
habit-forming
After-effects2-6 hours.