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Sedative
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sedativ
any drug that is used to make one feel calm or induce sleep
What is a "sedative"?
A sedative is a type of medication or substance that causes relaxation and calmness by reducing activity in the central nervous system. These medications are often used to reduce anxiety, promote sleep, or prepare patients for medical procedures. Sedatives work by slowing down brain activity and it can range from mild medicines to stronger drugs used in surgical settings.
sedative
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sedativ
tending to soothe or tranquilize
Exemplu
The anesthesiologist will infuse the sedative into the patient's system before the surgical procedure begins.
In the mid-20th century, purple hearts were commonly prescribed as sedatives before safer alternatives became available.
The sedative the doctor administered is torpefying the patient.
The veterinary clinic uses a combination of sedatives and local anesthetics to keep animals calm during procedures.
