I understand, that narcotics instead of sedatives would have been the clearer English word. The comic starts out with a junky and i did not want to imply, that the lady makes drugs available at the house. She would not mind if any of the girls would take drugs, as long as they function in a way that is beneficial to her. And of course, apathy would never be condoned. A pharmacist friend of mine assured me, that there are sedatives who quickly can make you pass out as well. So, all is fine. OR IS IT.
I sort of like, that Gabriel keeps drinking despite knowing that she will pass out. With her trouble sleeping she welcomes this good night drink.