Sedatives: Drugs that calm individuals or reduce excitement or irritability.
Benzodiazepines:A type of prescription drug that works as a sedative affecting mood and behavior, often used to treat anxiety and insomnia.
Opioids:A class of drugs that include the illegal drug heroin, synthetic opioids such as fentanyl, and pain relievers available legally by prescription. They can cause drowsiness and mood changes.