Sedativo
Sedativo is a term used for substances that depress the central nervous system to produce calming, sedative, or hypnotic effects. They are employed to reduce anxiety, promote sleep, facilitate medical procedures, and provide anesthesia or intensive-care sedation. The category encompasses several drug classes with differing mechanisms, indications, and safety profiles.
Classification and mechanisms: Benzodiazepines (for example diazepam, lorazepam, temazepam) enhance the action of gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA)
Indications and considerations: Sedatives are used for anxiety relief, premedication for procedures, insomnia treatment, agitation control,