Methaqualone

Synonyms

4(3H)-Quinazolinone, 2-methyl-3-(2-methylphenyl)-

Hydrochloride, Methaqualone

Methaqualone Hydrochloride

Metolquizolone

Optimil

Ortonal

Quaalude

Wallace Brand of Methaqualone Hydrochloride

A quinazoline derivative with hypnotic and sedative properties. It has been withdrawn from the market in many countries because of problems with abuse. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p604)