NDC directory

Central Nervous System Depressants list

Every FDA-approved prescription drug the FDA NDC directory tags with the Central Nervous System Depressant [EPC] class, with brand names and DEA schedules.

Source: FDA NDC Directory file dated 2026-10-22. Publisher page

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The FDA NDC directory lists 1 single-ingredient drug in this class: sodium oxybate. Another 1 combination product include one of them.

Central Nervous System Depressants (2)

Central Nervous System Depressants: FDA Central Nervous System Depressant class
DrugBrand namesTypeNDC listingsDEA schedule
Sodium oxybateXyrem, LumryzSingle ingredient9Schedule III
Sodium oxybate, calcium oxybate, potassium oxybate and magnesium oxybateXywavCombination1Schedule III

FDA established pharmacologic class: Central Nervous System Depressant [EPC].

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What drugs are Central Nervous System Depressants?

The FDA NDC directory lists 1 single-ingredient drug in this class: sodium oxybate. Another 1 combination product include one of them.

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From the established pharmacologic class (EPC) field FDA publishes for each listing in the NDC directory. A drug is listed when most of its prescription listings carry the class.

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