haloperidol

Definitions of haloperidol
  1. noun
    tranquilizer (trade name Haldol) used to treat some psychotic disorders and Tourette's syndrome
    synonyms: Haldol
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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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