a functional category of neuroleptic drugs that are helpful in the treatment of psychosis and have a capacity to ameliorate thought disorders (e.g., chlorpromazine, haloperidol). See Also: neuroleptic(3). Syn: antipsychotic(1), major tranquilizer.
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a functional category of neuroleptic drugs that are helpful in the treatment of psychosis and have a capacity to ameliorate thought disorders (e.g., chlorpromazine, haloperidol). See Also: neuroleptic(3). Syn: antipsychotic(1), major tranquilizer.