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 It has been withdrawn from the market in many countries because of problems with abuse.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)