Definitions for paraldehyde
pəˈræl dəˌhaɪdpar·alde·hyde

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1. paraldehyde, ethanal trimernoun

   a colorless liquid (a cyclic trimer of acetaldehyde) that is used as a sedative and a solvent

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1. Paraldehydenoun

   A trimer of acetaldehyde (C6H12O3), prepared by polymerization of acetaldehyde with hydrochloric and sulfuric acids. It has sedative and hypnotic properties. MI11

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1. paraldehydenoun

   A cyclic trimer of acetaldehyde once used as an antidepressant.

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1. paraldehyde

   Paraldehyde is a colorless liquid that possesses a strong, pungent odor. It is a derivative of ethanol and is used primarily as a sedative and hypnotic drug. The substance is also used for treating conditions such as seizures, alcohol withdrawal symptoms, and insomnia. Paraldehyde is often administered by injection or rectally and must be used under medical supervision due to its potential for abuse and physical dependency.

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1. Paraldehydenoun

   a polymeric modification of aldehyde obtained as a white crystalline substance

2. Etymology: [Pref. para- + aldehyde.]

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1. Paraldehyde

   Paraldehyde is the cyclic trimer of acetaldehyde molecules. Formally, it is a derivative of 1,3,5-trioxane. The corresponding tetramer is metaldehyde. A colourless liquid, it is sparingly soluble in water and highly soluble in alcohol. Paraldehyde slowly oxidizes in air, turning brown and producing an odour of acetic acid. It quickly reacts with most plastics and rubber. Paraldehyde was first synthesized in 1829 by Wildenbusch. It has uses in industry and medicine.

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1. Paraldehyde

   A hypnotic and sedative with anticonvulsant effects. However, because of the hazards associated with its administration, its tendency to react with plastic, and the risks associated with its deterioration, it has largely been superseded by other agents. It is still occasionally used to control status epilepticus resistant to conventional treatment. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p608-9)

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Numerology

1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of paraldehyde in Chaldean Numerology is: 3

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of paraldehyde in Pythagorean Numerology is: 9

References

1. ^ Princeton's WordNet
   http://wordnetweb.princeton.edu/perl/webwn?s=paraldehyde
2. ^ GCIDE
   https://gcide.gnu.org.ua/?q=paraldehyde
3. ^ Wiktionary
   https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Paraldehyde
4. ^ ChatGPT
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5. ^ Webster Dictionary
   https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/paraldehyde
6. ^ Wikidata
   https://www.wikidata.org/w/index.php?search=paraldehyde