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respiratory depressant

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respiratory depressant
Etymology: L, respirare, to breathe, depremere, to press down
a drug or other agent that diminishes normal breathing functions. Most respiratory depressants, such as alcohol and opiates, act by depressing the central nervous system.

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Q. can respiratory problems cause depression? is it common? I know that not being able to breath comfortably is really frustrating...

A. I don't know if asthma can actually cause depression but it is very hard to deal with. Being asthmetic sometimes means staying in bed for a few days without being able to have one moment of peace and serenity. not being able to breath- even if for just a few moments is the most frightening thing in the world.

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