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methaqualone

GABA agonist · Hypnotic

GABA agonistHypnotic
CDSCO approved
EXCRETION
not curated
INTERACTIONS
none in our sources
PREGNANCY
not curated

Mechanism

Methaqualone acts as a GABA agonist.

Indications

HypnoticSedativeAnxiolytic

Contraindications

  • Combined with other CNS depressants

Side effects

Serious
  • Increased fatality when combined with other CNS depressants

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Sources: Goodman & Gilman 14e·Verified: 2026-05-10 · House clinical team