What is pentobarbital and why didn’t it work in the Christa Pike execution?

Pentobarbital was the drug used in Christa Pike’s failed execution attempt. It’s typically used for seizures, insomnia and as a pre-anesthetic.

​ Pentobarbital was the drug used in Christa Pike’s failed execution attempt. It’s typically used for seizures, insomnia and as a pre-anesthetic. USA TODAY – Breaking News and Latest News Today Read More