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sedative-hypnotic

/ˈsɛd.ə.tɪv hɪpˈnɒt.ɪk/

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noun

/ˈsɛd.ə.tɪv hɪpˈnɒt.ɪk/C1formalmedical
  • ruТип лекарственного средства, угнетающего активность центральной нервной системы, используемый для снижения тревожности и вызывания сна.

A type of medication that depresses central nervous system activity, used to reduce anxiety and induce sleep.

  1. CNS depressantC1formalmedical

    A type of medication that depresses the central nervous system, used to reduce anxiety and induce sleep.

    ruДепрессант ЦНС

    • The doctor prescribed a sedative-hypnotic to help with her insomnia.
    • Long-term use of sedative-hypnotics can lead to dependence.
    • He was given a sedative-hypnotic before the surgical procedure to calm his nerves.

    Synonymsanxiolyticdownerhypnoticsedativesleeping pilltranquilizer

Forms
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  • sedative-hypnotic's possessive singular form