These drugs act to depress the central nervous system and are often called sleeping pills. They are derived from barbituric acid (C4H4N2O3), a combination of urea and malonic acid.
             Depressants act as downers, and can slow the body and mind down. There are over 2000 known barbiturates. They are some of the most addictive drugs. They are often a substitute for alcohol (similar affects are produced). People use barbiturates to get a sense of euphoria and relaxation. It's illegal to take barbiturates without a doctor's prescription and supervision.
             Barbs, downers, sleepers, stumblers, blues, yellow jackets, purple hearts, red dolls, rainbows, tootsies, blue angels
             * inability to control simple body functions (walking, balance, etc.)
             Barbiturates are taken orally, sometimes with alcohol. They are sometimes made into powders for injection.
             In low doses: barbiturates reduce anxiety; reduce respiration, reduce blood pressure, reduce heart rate and reduce rapid eye movement (REM)sleep.
             In higher doses: barbiturates can actually increase some types of behavior and act like a stimulant. These effects may be caused by depressing inhibitory brain circuits. In other words, barbiturates at these doses act to remove inhibitory behavior.
             Barbiturates can lead to excessive sedation and cause anesthesia, coma and even death. Barbiturate overdoses may occur because the effective dose of the drug is not too far away from the le
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