Of the nonbarbiturate sedative-hypnotic drugs,only ______ has been placed on two FDA-classified schedules.

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Gamma hydroxybutyrate (Xyrem) has been placed on both Schedule III and Schedule IV by the FDA. This is due to its potential for abuse and dependence, as well as its approved medical use as a treatment for narcolepsy. The other listed drugs, paraldehyde, chloral hydrate, and methaqualone, are all classified as Schedule IV.

Of the Nonbarbiturate Sedative-Hypnotic Drugs,only ______ Has Been Placed on Two