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sedative-hypnotic

/ˈsɛd.ə.tɪv hɪpˈnɒt.ɪk/

Tradução: Classe de medicamentos que deprimem o sistema nervoso central, usados para reduzir a ansiedade e induzir o sono.

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noun

/ˈsɛd.ə.tɪv hɪpˈnɒt.ɪk/C1formalmedical
  • ptClasse de medicamentos que deprimem o sistema nervoso central, usados para reduzir a ansiedade e induzir o sono.

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.

    ptDepressor do SNC

    • 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.

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