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Question
Why type of drug is used in sleeping pills?
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Solution
Tranquilizers form an essential component of sleeping pills. They are a class of chemical compounds used for the treatment of stress and mild or even severe mental diseases. These relieve anxiety, stress, irritability or excitement by inducing a sense of well-being.
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