Chlorprothixene
- Generic Name
- Chlorprothixene
- Drug Type
- Small Molecule
- Chemical Formula
- C18H18ClNS
- CAS Number
- 113-59-7
- Unique Ingredient Identifier
- 9S7OD60EWP
Overview
Chlorprothixene is a typical antipsychotic drug of the thioxanthene (tricyclic) class. Chlorprothixene exerts strong blocking effects by blocking the 5-HT2 D1, D2, D3, histamine H1, muscarinic and alpha1 adrenergic receptors.
Background
Chlorprothixene is a typical antipsychotic drug of the thioxanthene (tricyclic) class. Chlorprothixene exerts strong blocking effects by blocking the 5-HT2 D1, D2, D3, histamine H1, muscarinic and alpha1 adrenergic receptors.
Indication
For treatment of psychotic disorders (e.g. schizophrenia) and of acute mania occuring as part of bipolar disorders.
Associated Conditions
- Psychosis
- Schizophrenia
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