But say you're an addict and you live through an OD or two and you stay strung out. There's always withdrawal. That can kill you, too. Because a full-fledged barbiturate habit is one of the hardest of all addictions to shake. If you're addicted, get yourself into a detox facility.
Withdrawal is more than tough.
It can also be dangerous. It's probably a good thing he didn't live to see the rough handling that history finally gave his discovery. That's because barbiturates are serious drugs and can cause serious problems if you let them. Don't let them. Because these barbs can sting for a long time.