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- Anxiolytic — Diminishing, calming, or suppressing a state of anxiety and mental tension; (noun) a medicinal substance or pharmaceutical preparation used in the treatment of anxiety disorders, acting on the central nervous system to restore emotional balance.
- Ataraxic — Relating to ataraxia, inducing or producing a state of perfect serenity, absolute calm, and peace of mind. In ancient philosophy (Stoicism, Epicureanism), it describes the attitude of the wise person liberated from passions and fears. In modern medicine and pharmacy, the term is used as an adjective or noun to designate a tranquilizing or sedative drug capable of reducing anxiety without altering consciousness.