Insomnia Medications Glossary of TermsThe following are health and medical definitions of terms that appear in the Insomnia Medications article.
Acute: Of abrupt onset, in reference to a disease. Acute often also connotes an illness th... See the entire definition of AcuteAllergy: A misguided reaction to foreign substances by the immune system, the body system ... See the entire definition of AllergyAlternative medicine: Healing arts not taught in traditional Western medical schools that ... See the entire definition of Alternative medicineAmitriptyline: An antidepressant medication. In some patients with depression, abnormal l... See the entire definition of AmitriptylineAnatomy: The study of human or animal form, by observation or examination of the living be... See the entire definition of AnatomyAntidepressant: Anything, and especially a drug, used to prevent or treat depression. Antidepressants: Anything, and especially a drug, used to prevent or treat depression. Antifungal: A medication that limits or prevents the growth of yeasts and other fungal org... See the entire definition of AntifungalAnxiety: A feeling of apprehension and fear, characterized by physical symptoms such as pa... See the entire definition of AnxietyApnea: The absence of breathing (respiration). Autoimmune: Pertaining to autoimmunity, a misdirected immune response that occurs when the... See the entire definition of AutoimmuneBenzodiazepines: A class of drugs that act as tranquilizers and are commonly used in the t... See the entire definition of BenzodiazepinesBipolar disorder: A mood disorder sometimes called manic-depressive illness or manic-depr... See the entire definition of Bipolar disorderBlind: 1. Unable to see. Without part or all of the sense of sight. Blurred vision: Lack of sharpness of vision with, as a result, the inability to see fine d... See the entire definition of Blurred visionBrain: The portion of the central nervous system that is located within the skull. It func... See the entire definition of BrainBreastfeeding: Feeding a child human breast milk. According to the American Academy of Ped... See the entire definition of BreastfeedingCaffeine: A stimulant compound found naturally in coffee, tea, cocoa (chocolate), and kola... See the entire definition of CaffeineChronic: In medicine, lasting a long time. A chronic condition is one that lasts 3 months ... See the entire definition of ChronicChronic fatigue syndrome: A debilitating and complex disorder characterized by profound fa... See the entire definition of Chronic fatigue syndromeChronic insomnia: See Insomnia, chronic. Chronic pain: Pain (an unpleasant sense of discomfort) that persists or progresses over ... See the entire definition of Chronic painCircadian: Refers to events occurring within the span of a full 24-hour day, as in a circa... See the entire definition of CircadianCirrhosis: Liver disease characterized by irreversible scarring. Alcohol and viral hepatit... See the entire definition of CirrhosisCluster: In epidemiology, an aggregation of cases of a disease or another health-related c... See the entire definition of ClusterCognitive: Having to do with thought, judgment, or knowledge. Constipation: Infrequent and frequently incomplete bowel movements. Constipation is the op... See the entire definition of ConstipationCure: 1. To heal, to make well, to restore to good health. 2. A time withou... See the entire definition of CureDepression: An illness that involves the body, mood, and thoughts and that affects the way... See the entire definition of DepressionDialysis: The process of cleansing the blood by passing it through a special machine. Dial... See the entire definition of DialysisDizziness: Painless head discomfort with many possible causes including disturbances of ... See the entire definition of DizzinessDry mouth: The condition of not having enough saliva to keep the mouth wet. This is due to... See the entire definition of Dry mouthElavil: See: Amitriptyline. Emphysema: 1) A lung condition featuring an abnormal accumulation of air in the lung's ma... See the entire definition of EmphysemaEndep: See: Amitriptyline. Endocrine: Pertaining to hormones and the glands that make and secrete them into the blood... See the entire definition of EndocrineEpilepsy (seizure disorder): When nerve cells in the brain fire electrical impulses... See the entire definition of EpilepsyErythromycin: Erythromycin is a common antibiotic for treating bacterial infection. Sold... See the entire definition of ErythromycinFatigue: A condition characterized by a lessened capacity for work and reduced efficiency ... See the entire definition of FatigueFDA: Food and Drug Administration. Fetus: An unborn offspring, from the embryo stage (the end of the eighth week after concep... See the entire definition of FetusFibromyalgia: A disease characterized by chronic pain, stiffness, and tenderness of muscle... See the entire definition of FibromyalgiaFood and Drug Administration: An agency within the US Public Health Service that provides ... See the entire definition of Food and Drug AdministrationGland: A group of cells that secrete a substance for use in the body. For example, the thy... See the entire definition of GlandGlaucoma: A common eye condition in which the fluid pressure inside the eyes rises becaus... See the entire definition of GlaucomaHangover: A common nonmedical term for the disagreeable physical effects following excessi... See the entire definition of HangoverHeadache: A pain in the head with the pain being above the eyes or the ears, behind the he... See the entire definition of HeadacheHeart: The muscle that pumps blood received from veins into arteries throughout the body. ... See the entire definition of HeartHeart rate: The number of heartbeats per unit of time, usually per minute. The heart rate ... See the entire definition of Heart rateHormone: A chemical substance produced in the body that controls and regulates the activit... See the entire definition of HormoneHot flashes: A sudden wave of mild or intense body heat caused by rushes of hormonal chang... See the entire definition of Hot flashesHygiene: The science of preventive medicine and the preservation of health. Also commonly ... See the entire definition of HygieneInfant: A young baby, from birth to 12 months of age. Insomnia: The perception or complaint of inadequate or poor-quality sleep due to a number ... See the entire definition of InsomniaJet lag: A temporary disorder that causes fatigue, insomnia, and other symptoms as a resu... See the entire definition of Jet lagKidney: One of a pair of organs located in the right and left side of the abdomen. The kid... See the entire definition of KidneyLeg: In popular usage, the part of the body from the top of the thigh down to the foot, an... See the entire definition of LegLimb: An arm or a leg. Liver: The largest solid organ in the body, situated in the upper part of the abdomen on t... See the entire definition of LiverMAOI: Monoamine oxidase (MAO) inhibitor. Meditation: A typically self-directed practice for relaxing the body and calming the mind.... See the entire definition of MeditationMelatonin: A hormone that is produced by the pineal gland and is intimately involved in re... See the entire definition of MelatoninMemory: 1. The ability to recover information about past events or knowledge. ... See the entire definition of MemoryMenopause: The time in a woman's life when menstrual periods permanently stop; it is also... See the entire definition of MenopauseMenstrual: Pertaining to menstruation (the menses), as in last menstrual period, menstrua... See the entire definition of MenstrualMenstrual cycle: The monthly cycle of changes in the ovaries and the lining of the uteru... See the entire definition of Menstrual cycleMetabolism: The whole range of biochemical processes that occur within a living organism. ... See the entire definition of MetabolismMortality: A fatal outcome or, in one word, death. The word "mortality" is derived from "m... See the entire definition of MortalityMotor: Something that produces or refers to motion. For example, a motor neuron is a nerve... See the entire definition of MotorMouth: 1. The upper opening of the digestive tract, beginning with the lips and con... See the entire definition of MouthMuscle: Muscle is the tissue of the body which primarily functions as a source of power. T... See the entire definition of MuscleNausea: Stomach queasiness, the urge to vomit. Nausea can be brought on by many causes, in... See the entire definition of NauseaNeurological: Having to do with the nerves or the nervous system as, for example, a neurol... See the entire definition of NeurologicalNight sweats: Severe hot flashes that occur at night and result in a drenching sweat. Nigh... See the entire definition of Night sweatsNose: The external midline projection from the face. The purpose of the nose is to warm, c... See the entire definition of NoseNursing: 1) Profession concerned with the provision of services essential to the maintena... See the entire definition of NursingObstructive sleep apnea (OSA): Sleep apnea is a breathing disorder characterized by brief ... See the entire definition of Obstructive sleep apneaOnset: In medicine, the first appearance of the signs or symptoms of an illness as, for ex... See the entire definition of OnsetPain: An unpleasant sensation that can range from mild, localized discomfort to agony. Pa... See the entire definition of PainParkinson's disease: A slowly progressive neurologic disease that is characterized by a fi... See the entire definition of Parkinson's diseasePineal gland: A small gland that is located near the center of the brain. This gland secre... See the entire definition of Pineal glandPregnancy: The state of carrying a developing embryo or fetus within the female body. Thi... See the entire definition of PregnancyPregnant: The state of carrying a developing fetus within the body. Prescription: A physician's order for the preparation and administration of a drug or dev... See the entire definition of PrescriptionPrescription drug: A drug requiring a prescription, as opposed to an over-the-counter dr... See the entire definition of Prescription drugProgressive: Increasing in scope or severity, advancing, or going forward. For example, a ... See the entire definition of ProgressivePsychiatric: Pertaining to or within the purview of psychiatry, the medical specialty conc... See the entire definition of PsychiatricQuality of life: The patient's ability to enjoy normal life activities. Quality of life is... See the entire definition of Quality of lifeReceptor: 1. In cell biology, a structure on the surface of a cell (or inside a cel... See the entire definition of ReceptorREM sleep: REM sleep is the portion of sleep when there are rapid eye movements (REMs). Restless leg syndrome: An uncomfortable (creeping, crawling, tingling, pulling, twitching,... See the entire definition of Restless leg syndromeSchizophrenia: One of several brain diseases whose symptoms may include loss of personalit... See the entire definition of SchizophreniaSedative: A drug that calms a patient, easing agitation and permitting sleep. Sedatives ge... See the entire definition of SedativeSensation: In medicine and physiology, sensation refers to the registration of an incoming... See the entire definition of SensationSleep: The body's rest cycle. Sleep apnea: The temporary stoppage of breathing during sleep, often resulting in daytime ... See the entire definition of Sleep apneaSleep disorders: Any disorder that affects, disrupts, or involves sleep. The most common... See the entire definition of Sleep disordersSleep hygiene: A series of practices and non-medical treatments for insomnia. Sleep hygien... See the entire definition of Sleep hygieneSleep restriction therapy: A type of therapy in which the number of hours of sleep are res... See the entire definition of Sleep restriction therapySleepwalking: Purposeful moving, usually but not always including walking, while in a deep... See the entire definition of SleepwalkingSnoring: A rough rattling noise made on inspiration during sleep by vibration of the soft ... See the entire definition of SnoringSomatic: 1. Relating to the body. a. As distinguished from the mind (the psy... See the entire definition of SomaticSomnambulism: Sleepwalking. Purposeful moving, usually but not always including walking, ... See the entire definition of SomnambulismStomach: The digestive organ that is located in the upper abdomen, under the ribs. The upp... See the entire definition of StomachStress: In a medical or biological context stress is a physical, mental, or emotional fact... See the entire definition of StressSublingual: Underneath the tongue. For example, a sublingual medication is a type of lozen... See the entire definition of SublingualSubstance: 1. Material with particular features. Substance abuse: The excessive use of a substance, especially alcohol or a drug. (There is... See the entire definition of Substance abuseSymptom: Any subjective evidence of disease. In contrast, a sign is objective. Blood comin... See the entire definition of SymptomSyndrome: A combination of symptoms and signs that together represent a disease process. Tension: 1) The pressure within a vessel, such as blood pressure: the pressure within t... See the entire definition of TensionTherapy: The treatment of disease. Therapy is synonymous with treatment. Throat: The throat is the anterior (front) portion of the neck beginning at the back of th... See the entire definition of ThroatTongue: A strong muscle that is anchored to the floor of the mouth. The tongue is covered ... See the entire definition of TongueToxicity: The degree to which a substance (a toxin or poison) can harm humans or animals. ... See the entire definition of ToxicityTransient insomnia: See Insomnia, transient. Urinary: Having to do with the function or anatomy of the kidneys, ureters, bladder, or ur... See the entire definition of UrinaryUrine: Liquid waste produced by the kidneys. Urine is a clear, transparent fluid that norm... See the entire definition of UrineWarfarin: An anticoagulant drug (brand names: Coumarin, Panwarfin, Sofarin) taken to prev... See the entire definition of Warfarin |
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