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Category - Scientific Basis for Dental Hygiene Practice

What adverse reaction can barbiturates cause?
  1. Sleepless nights
  2. CNS depression
  3. Gastrointestinal upset
  4. Salicylate toxicity
Explanation
Answer: B - The use of barbiturates can cause CNS depression. Patients can suffer drowsiness and impaired performance and judgment. Patient should avoid driving or operating heavy machinery. Barbiturates are contraindicated in those with porphyria and stimulated liver microsomal enzymes.
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