sedative

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Later, when Carolyn developed a sensitivity to a sedative used during her monthly lumbar punctures, her doctors switched to another medicine, and the company again denied payment, Austin said.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 6, 2024

Ms Hemme was interrogated by police several times under the influence of antipsychotic medication and a powerful sedative after being involuntarily committed to a psychiatric hospital.

From BBC • Jul. 20, 2024

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

Developed in Germany in the 1950s, thalidomide was originally used as a sedative or tranquiliser, but soon became widely promoted around the world as a morning sickness drug.

From BBC • Nov. 28, 2023

He worked a sedative effect on the whole barn.

From "Seabiscuit: An American Legend" by Laura Hillenbrand