Sedative-hypnotic Definition

sĕdə-tĭv-hĭp-nŏtĭk

noun

A drug, such as a barbiturate or antianxiety agent, that depresses the activity of the central nervous system and is used to relieve anxiety and induce sleep.

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sedative-hypnotic drug

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