noun
- substances that induce sleep or drowsiness
Usage: plural form; medical/pharmaceutical context
Examples
- The doctor prescribed mild soporifics to help with her insomnia.
- Natural soporifics like chamomile tea can promote better sleep.
- The pharmacy stocks various soporifics for sleep disorders.
- Some soporifics can be habit-forming if used regularly.
- Herbal soporifics are often preferred over synthetic alternatives.
- The patient was advised to avoid alcohol when taking soporifics.