Barbiturism

/bɑrˈbɪtʃəˌrɪzəm/ noun

A chronic condition of poisoning or overdose from barbiturate use; barbiturate addiction or abuse.

From 'barbituric' plus '-ism,' following the pattern of medical terminology for conditions caused by specific substances.

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