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Hypnotic
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a medication that induces sleep
What is a "hypnotic"?
A hypnotic is a medication that helps cause sleep. These medications are prescribed to treat insomnia or other sleep disorders by relaxing the body and mind, making it easier to fall asleep and stay asleep. Hypnotics work on the brain to slow down activity, leading to sleepiness.
Example
The sleep specialist recommended a non-benzodiazepine hypnotic for the patient with a history of sleep disturbances.
The doctor prescribed a hypnotic to the patient experiencing chronic insomnia to improve sleep quality.
The pharmacist provided guidance on the proper dosage and potential side effects of the prescribed hypnotic.
hypnotic
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causing a feeling of suspended awareness or focused concentration
Example
The therapist used a series of hypnotic relaxation techniques to put the client into a trance state.
Studies show that certain types of repetitive sounds and visual patterns can induce hypnotic states in receptive individuals.
The hypnotist began their stage performance by using a hypnotic pendulum to help induce a trance state in the volunteers.
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attracting and holding interest as if by a spell
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The sleep specialist recommended a non-benzodiazepine hypnotic for the patient with a history of sleep disturbances.
The doctor prescribed a hypnotic to the patient experiencing chronic insomnia to improve sleep quality.
The pharmacist provided guidance on the proper dosage and potential side effects of the prescribed hypnotic.
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