Major Tranquilliser (Noun)
Meaning
Tranquilizer used to treat psychotic conditions when a calming effect is desired.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The patient was prescribed a major tranquilliser to manage her severe schizophrenia symptoms.
- In emergency situations, paramedics may administer a major tranquilliser to calm violent patients.
- The psychiatrist prescribed a major tranquilliser to help the patient sleep through the night.
- Major tranquillisers are often used in conjunction with other medications to treat bipolar disorder.
- The nurse carefully monitored the patient's dosage of major tranquilliser to avoid adverse side effects.
Synonyms
- Antipsychotic Drug
- Major Tranquilizer
- Antipsychotic Agent
- Antipsychotic
- Major Tranquillizer
- Neuroleptic
- Neuroleptic Agent
- Neuroleptic Drug