WHAT ARE SEDATIVE DRUGS? – EVERYTHING YOU SHOULD KNOW

2. Histamine Receptor Antagonism: Some sedatives, for instance antihistamines, exert their sedative effects by blocking histamine receptors in the Mind, specifically H1 receptors. Histamine performs a task in wakefulness and arousal, so blocking its effects promotes sedation and sleepiness.Health professionals and veterinarians usually administer s