| abstract |
Described herein are neuroactive steroids of the Formula (I):or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof; wherein ------, R<sup>1</sup>, R<sup>2</sup>, R<sup>5</sup>, A and L are as defined herein. Such compounds are envisioned, in certain embodiments, to behave as GABA modulators. The present invention also provides pharmaceutical compositions comprising a compound of the present invention and methods of use and treatment, e.g., such for inducing sedation and/or anesthesia. |