methaqualone Article

What is methaqualone used for?

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Methaqualone was historically used as a sedative-hypnotic drug for treating insomnia and anxiety. It was developed in the 1950s and was widely used for medical purposes in the 1960s and ’70s. However, it also became a popular recreational drug. Owing to its high addiction potential and extensive recreational use, the drug is now banned in most countries.