Seda Health Dictionary

The production of a calm and peaceful state of mind, especially by the use of SEDATIVES. The aim is to reduce abnormal anxiety and bring aggressive behaviour under control. Sedation is also a part of the preparation of a patient for surgery or for any procedure that may be frightening or uncomfortable.... sedation

Acting on the central nervous system to produce sleep... sedative

Drugs and other measures which have a calming e?ect, reducing tension and anxiety. They include ANXIOLYTICS and HYPNOTICS (usually given in smaller doses than is needed to induce sleep).... sedatives

An agent that relaxes the muscles of the uterus... uterine sedative

A group of drugs used to produce sedation. Sedative drugs include sleeping drugs, antianxiety drugs, antipsychotic drugs, and some antidepressant drugs. A sedative drug is often included in a premedication.... sedative drugs