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hypnoticAny substance (such as barbiturate, benzodiazepine, alcohol) that depresses brain function, inducing sleep. Prolonged use may lead to physical or psychological addiction. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| However, the report identifies three growing segments, namely, smoking-cessation aids, sedative hypnotic drugs, and periodontal disease drugs. In addition to the novel drug Rozerem (ramelteon), the Food and Drug Administration approved the hypnotic drugs Lunesta (eszopiclone) and a new, slow-release formulation of zolpidem called Ambien CR. Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, hypnotic drugs, and antidepressants were discontinued for at least three weeks before the trial period. |
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