Trifluoperazine

Definition

Trifluoperazine is a phenothiazine antipsychotic agent. In the United States, this drug is sold under the brand name Stelazine.

Purpose

Trifluoperazine is a drug used to treat psychotic disorders, agitation, and dementia.

Description

Trifluoperazine is an effective agent in treating symptoms of psychotic behavior. When used for the treatment of schizophrenia, trifluoperazine reduces symptoms of emotional withdrawal, anxiety, tension, hallucinations, and...

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