Sedative

A sedative is a drug that depresses the central nervous system (CNS), which causes calmness, relaxation, reduction of anxiety, sleepiness, slowed breathing, slurred speech, staggering gait, poor judgment, and slow, uncertain reflexes. Sedatives may be referred to as tranquilizers, depressants, anxiolytics, soporifics, sleeping pills, downers, or sedative-hypnotics. At high doses or when they are abused, many of these drugs can cause unconsciousness and death.

Sedative drugs and crime

Some rapists administer sedative drugs, particularly GHB, to unsuspecting patrons in bars or guests at parties to reduce the intended victims' defenses. To protect yourself against being sedated against your will, see Sedative Drugs and Violence

Related Topics:
Rapists - GHB

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