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antipsychotic drug

/ˌæntiːsaɪˈkɒtɪk drʌɡ/

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/ˌæntiːsaɪˈkɒtɪk drʌɡ/C1formalmedical
  • ruКласс лекарственных препаратов, используемых в первую очередь для лечения психозов, включая бред, галлюцинации, паранойю или расстройства мышления, обычно при таких состояниях, как шизофрения или биполярное расстройство.

A class of medication used primarily to manage psychosis, including delusions, hallucinations, paranoia, or disordered thought, typically in conditions such as schizophrenia or bipolar disorder.

  1. Medication for psychosisC1formal

    A class of medication used primarily to manage psychosis, including delusions, hallucinations, and disordered thought, often in conditions like schizophrenia and bipolar disorder.

    ruАнтипсихотический препарат

    • The doctor prescribed an antipsychotic drug to help control the patient's hallucinations.
    • Newer antipsychotic drugs often have fewer side effects than older ones.
    • Long-term use of antipsychotic drugs requires careful monitoring by a healthcare professional.