sedative-hypnotic
Calming sleep medication
A sedative-hypnotic is a drug that calms the nervous system at lower doses and induces sleep at higher ones—the same substance doing both jobs depending on amount.
The class includes barbiturates, benzodiazepines, and newer sleep medications.
The doctor prescribed a sedative-hypnotic for her insomnia.
These drugs carry risks of dependence and dangerous interactions with alcohol.
State of near-sleep
- relaxationState of being unwound
- calmingInducing a settled state
- sleep-inducingCausing drowsiness or slumber
- amnesiaPathological loss of recall
impaired coordination · slurred speech · disinhibition · ataxia · confusion · somnolence · lethargy · stupor
Sedative drug class
- barbiturateSedative drug class
- GABAInhibitory brain neurotransmitter
- receptorSignal-receiving molecule
- agonistReceptor-binding trigger molecule
half-life · metabolism · tolerance · dependence · withdrawal · cross-tolerance · potency · bioavailability
Sedative-hypnotic medication brand
- temazepamSedative-hypnotic for insomnia
- phenobarbitalBarbiturate anticonvulsant sedative
- prescriptionMedical dispensing authorization
- controlled substanceLegally regulated intoxicant or medication
Persistent inability to rest
- preoperativeBefore a medical procedure
- alcohol withdrawalSymptoms from stopping drinking
- seizureForcible taking or convulsion
- titrationMeasuring concentration by addition
Compulsive substance reliance
- abuseCruel or violent treatment
- overdoseHarmful excess intake
- polysubstanceInvolving several substances simultaneously
- recreationalRelated to enjoyment activities
street value · diversion · blackout · Rohypnol · date rape · combination · reversal · detox
drowsiness
State of near-sleep
- relaxationState of being unwound
- calmingInducing a settled state
- sleep-inducingCausing drowsiness or slumber
amnesia · impaired coordination · slurred speech · disinhibition · ataxia · confusion · somnolence · lethargy · stupor
benzodiazepine
Sedative drug class
- barbiturateSedative drug class
- GABAInhibitory brain neurotransmitter
- receptorSignal-receiving molecule
agonist · half-life · metabolism · tolerance · dependence · withdrawal · cross-tolerance · potency · bioavailability · CYP450
Ambien
Sedative-hypnotic medication brand
- temazepamSedative-hypnotic for insomnia
- phenobarbitalBarbiturate anticonvulsant sedative
- prescriptionMedical dispensing authorization
insomnia
Persistent inability to rest
- preoperativeBefore a medical procedure
- alcohol withdrawalSymptoms from stopping drinking
- seizureForcible taking or convulsion
addiction
Compulsive substance reliance
- abuseCruel or violent treatment
- overdoseHarmful excess intake
- polysubstanceInvolving several substances simultaneously
recreational · street value · diversion · blackout · Rohypnol · date rape · combination · reversal · detox · rehab
sedative-hypnoticstimulant
Alertness-boosting drug
psychostimulant · amphetamine · methamphetamine · cocaine · caffeine
sedative, hypnotic, sedate, sedation, sedated, sedating, sedately, sedateness, hypnosis