Anxiolytic

Used to reduce symptoms of anxiety. Also called minor tranquizers or anti-anxiety agents.

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  Nervous System

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Reduces anxiety at the locus ceruleus [anonymous].

Acts in the central nervous system to stimulate GABA receptors (either by increasing GABA production or direct stimulation of the receptors [ORWJr].