A drug that calms a patient down, easing
agitation and permitting sleep. Sedatives generally work by
modulating signals within the central nervous system. These sedatives
can dangerously depress important signals needed to maintain heart
and lung function if they are misused or accidentally combined, as in
the case of combining prescription sedatives with alcohol. Most
sedatives also have addictive potential. For these reasons, sedatives
should be used under supervision, and only as needed.
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