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Definition of Thiothixene
1. Noun. A tranquilizer (trade name Navane) used to treat schizophrenia.
Generic synonyms: Antipsychotic, Antipsychotic Agent, Antipsychotic Drug, Major Tranquilizer, Major Tranquilliser, Major Tranquillizer, Neuroleptic, Neuroleptic Agent, Neuroleptic Drug
Language type: Trade Name
Definition of Thiothixene
1. Noun. A thioxanthene drug used as a typical antipsychotic medication. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Medical Definition of Thiothixene
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Literary usage of Thiothixene
Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:
1. Handbook of Severe Disability: A Text for Rehabilitation Counselors, Other edited by Walter C. Stolov, Michael R. Clowers (2000)
"... the most commonly used thioxanthenes are chlorprothixene (Taractan) and
thiothixene (Navane); and the most widely used butyrophenone is Haldol. ..."
2. The Science, Treatment, and Prevention of Antisocial Behaviorsby Diana H. Fishbein by Diana H. Fishbein (2000)
"... of intramuscular thiothixene and trifluoperazine in chronic schizophrenia: A
comparative study. Current Therapeutic Research, Clinical and Experimental, ..."