Definition: A sleep disorder characterized by the repeated occurrence of frightening dreams which precipitate awakenings from sleep; on awakening, the individual becomes fully alert and oriented and has detailed recall of the nightmare, which usually involves imminent danger or extreme embarrassment to the individual.
Synonyms (terms occurring on more labels are shown first): nightmares, paroniria, nightmare
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Drugs with this side effect as MedDRA Preferred Term
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