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sedative-hypnotic drug

/ˈsɛdətɪv hɪpˈnɒtɪk drʌɡ/

Tradução: Classe de medicamentos que deprimem o sistema nervoso central, usados para induzir calma, relaxamento e sono, frequentemente prescritos para ansiedade ou insônia.

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/ˈsɛdətɪv hɪpˈnɒtɪk drʌɡ/C1formalmedical
  • ptClasse de medicamentos que deprimem o sistema nervoso central, usados para induzir calma, relaxamento e sono, frequentemente prescritos para ansiedade ou insônia.

A class of medications that depress the central nervous system, used to induce calmness, relaxation, and sleep, often prescribed for anxiety or insomnia.

  1. Central nervous system depressantC1formal

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

    ptFármaco sedativo-hipnótico

    • The doctor prescribed a sedative-hypnotic drug to help with her insomnia.
    • Long-term use of sedative-hypnotic drugs can lead to dependence.
    • Benzodiazepines are a common class of sedative-hypnotic drugs.