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Sedatives are substances that induce relaxation, calmness, and sleepiness by depressing the central nervous system’s activity. These drugs, including benzodiazepines, barbiturates, and non-benzodiazepine sleep medications, are commonly prescribed to treat anxiety, insomnia, and other sleep disorders. Benzodiazepines, such as Xanax and Valium, enhance the activity of the neurotransmitter gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA), resulting in sedative, hypnotic, Stimulants  and anxiolytic effects. They are effective in promoting relaxation and reducing anxiety but can also cause dependence and tolerance with long-term use.

Barbiturates, such as phenobarbital and secobarbital, act as central nervous system depressants by enhancing the activity of GABA receptors. They were once widely used as sedatives and anaesthetics but have largely been replaced by safer alternatives due to their high potential for overdose and addiction. Non-benzodiazepine sleep medications, such as zolpidem (Ambien) and eszopiclone (Lunesta), target specific GABA receptors to induce sleep. They are less likely to cause dependence compared to benzodiazepines but can still lead to tolerance and withdrawal symptoms with prolonged use.