clozapine

/ˌkloʊzəˈpin/
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Definitions of clozapine
  1. noun
    an antipsychotic drug (trade name Clozaril) used as a sedative and for treatment-resistant schizophrenia; know to have few side effects
    synonyms: Clozaril
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    antipsychotic, antipsychotic agent, antipsychotic drug, major tranquilizer, major tranquilliser, major tranquillizer, neuroleptic, neuroleptic agent, neuroleptic drug
    tranquilizer used to treat psychotic conditions when a calming effect is desired
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