ataractic - Meaning in Sanskrit

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ataractic - Meaning in Sanskrit

ataractic Word Forms & Inflections

Definitions and Meaning of ataractic in English

ataractic adjective

1. tending to soothe or tranquilize

   Synonyms

   ataraxic, sedative, tranquilising, tranquilizing, tranquillising, tranquillizing

   प्रशामक, शमक, शान्तिकर, शामक

   Examples

   • "took a hot drink with sedative properties before going to bed"
   • "valium has a tranquilizing effect"

ataractic noun

1. a drug used to reduce stress or tension without reducing mental clarity

   Synonyms

   antianxiety agent, ataractic agent, ataractic drug, tranquilizer, tranquilliser, tranquillizer

Synonyms of ataractic

• antianxiety agent, ataractic agent, ataractic drug, tranquilizer, tranquilliser, tranquillizer
• ataraxic, sedative, tranquilising, tranquilizing, tranquillising, tranquillizing

Description

A sedative or tranquilliser is a substance that induces sedation by reducing irritability or excitement. They are CNS depressants and interact with brain activity causing its deceleration. Various kinds of sedatives can be distinguished, but the majority of them affect the neurotransmitter gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA). In spite of the fact that each sedative acts in its own way, most produce relaxing effects by increasing GABA activity.

Also see "Sedative" on Wikipedia

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