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sedative

[sed-uh-tiv] / ˈsɛd ə tɪv /




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Emergency-room visits for vertigo commonly result in unnecessary diagnostic tests and sedative medications, potentially worsening patient outcomes.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 15, 2026

Michelle also questioned why someone who had just hit their head hard, was given a sedative and allowed to sleep.

From BBC • Mar. 20, 2026

All received the same five-drug regimen: a drug that prevents nausea and vomiting, a sedative, fentanyl, propofol and a muscle relaxant.

From BBC • Nov. 24, 2025

Xylazine is a prescription sedative used by veterinarians to safely handle and treat farm animals, wildlife, zoo animals and household pets such as cats and dogs.

From Seattle Times • May 8, 2024

She needed a blanket, a compress, a sedative tablet.

From "Interpreter of Maladies" by Jhumpa Lahiri




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