NEUROLEPTIC DRUG
(noun)Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the phrase
Neuroleptic Drug.
Neuroleptic Drug - as a noun
Tranquilizer used to treat psychotic conditions when a calming effect is desired
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
antipsychotic25antipsychotic agentantipsychotic drugmajor tranquilizermajor tranquillisermajor tranquillizerneuroleptic15neuroleptic agentHypernyms (Closely Related)
antianxiety agentataractic13ataractic agentataractic drugtranquilizer30tranquilliser22tranquillizer31Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"She was prescribed a neuroleptic drug to help manage her schizophrenia."
"The neuroleptic drug effectively reduced the patient's hallucinations."
"Long-term use of neuroleptic drugs can lead to adverse side effects."
"A combination of therapy and neuroleptic drugs is often recommended for treating bipolar disorder."
"The doctor adjusted the dosage of the neuroleptic drug based on the patient's response."
