DRUGS WITH SEDATIVE PROPERTIES – HOW THEY AFFECT THE BODY

two. Histamine Receptor Antagonism: Some sedatives, such as antihistamines, exert their sedative effects by blocking histamine receptors within the brain, specifically H1 receptors. Histamine plays a role in wakefulness and arousal, so blocking its effects promotes sedation and sleepiness.Opioids are especially at risk of turning out to be addictiv