Chlorprothixene

Generic Name
Chlorprothixene
Brand Names
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Drug Type
Small Molecule
Chemical Formula
C18H18ClNS
CAS Number
113-59-7
Unique Ingredient Identifier
9S7OD60EWP
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
Associated Therapies
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