1. Plural of phenobarbital; barbiturate drugs used as sedatives, hypnotics, or anticonvulsants.
Usage: medical/pharmaceutical; often used in clinical or veterinary contexts

Examples

• The veterinarian prescribed phenobarbs to control the dog's seizures.
• Phenobarbs were commonly used as sleeping aids in the mid-20th century.
• The patient's medication regimen included phenobarbs for epilepsy management.
• Phenobarbs have a long half-life, making them suitable for chronic conditions.
• The pharmacy stocked several brands of phenobarbs in different dosages.