Chloral hydrate
Typical Dose 200-500 mg
Duration 5h - 10h
Interaction Risk Unknown
Detection Methods 2
Description
Chloral Hydrate, a sedative drug discovered in 1832 with a history of recreational use going back to the 19th century. Sometimes prescribed for extreme insomnia. For such an old drug, relatively little is known about its long-term term effects on the body. Produces intoxication comparable to alcohol or benzodiazepines.
Effects & Dosing
Dosage
Oral
| Light | Common | Strong |
|---|---|---|
| 200-200 mg | 200-500 mg | 500-1000 mg |
Duration
Oral
Onset 20 min - 1h
Total Duration 5h - 10h
After Effects 2h - 6h
Safety & Risks
Detection Times
| Method | Detection Window |
|---|---|
| Blood | 6–12 hours |
| Urine | 2–4 days |
Note: Chloral hydrate. Not part of standard drug panels. The metabolite trichloroethanol is the detection target.
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