antipsychotic

American  

[an-tee-sahy-kot-ik, an-tahy-] / ˌæn ti saɪˈkɒt ɪk, ˌæn taɪ- /

adjective

1. of or relating to any of various substances used in the treatment of psychosis, especially schizophrenia, and acute or severe states of mania, depression, or paranoia.

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noun

1. Also called neuroleptic.  Also called major tranquilizer.  any such substance, as the phenothiazines.

antipsychotic British  

/ ˌæntɪsaɪˈkɒtɪk /

adjective

1. preventing or treating psychosis

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noun

1. any antipsychotic drug, such as chlorpromazine: used to treat such conditions as schizophrenia

Etymology

Origin of antipsychotic

First recorded in 1950–55; anti- + psychotic

Example Sentences

In England an antipsychotic prescribing report is published each quarter, meaning health organisations there can share information about the impact of the medication and who in the community requires follow-up appointments.

From BBC

The trial’s data monitoring committee recommended the Phase 3 study of Cobenfy, an antipsychotic drug, continue with additional patients.

From Barron's

The next steps are often powerful psychotropic drugs—including antipsychotics, antidepressants and sleep aids—even though their combined effects in young children haven’t been studied closely.

From The Wall Street Journal

Some studies suggest that adults taking antipsychotics for long periods experience cognitive decline, but long-term studies haven’t been conducted on children, he said.

From The Wall Street Journal

The rating reflected, in part, a resident who was incorrectly prescribed antipsychotic medication.

From The Wall Street Journal