perphenazine
Definition
Noun 1. A pharmaceutical drug: Perphenazine is a phenothiazine derivative used primarily as an antipsychotic and antiemetic medication.
Usage
Perphenazine is used to treat symptoms of certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia). It is also used to prevent severe nausea and vomiting.
Examples
- The doctor prescribed perphenazine to manage the patient's psychotic symptoms.
- Perphenazine can be effective in controlling nausea associated with chemotherapy.
- As with all antipsychotics, the dosage of perphenazine must be carefully titrated.
Advanced Usage
- Clinical context: The term is used almost exclusively in medical, psychiatric, and pharmacological contexts. It is not used in everyday conversation.
- Mechanism of action: It functions primarily as a dopamine antagonist.
Variants and Related Words
- Triavil: A former trade name for a combination drug containing perphenazine and amitriptyline (an antidepressant).
Synonyms
- Antipsychotic
- Neuroleptic
- Antiemetic (when used for that purpose)
Notes on Meaning
The core meaning of "perphenazine" refers specifically to the chemical compound and its therapeutic applications. It does not have figurative meanings or common idiomatic uses.
Noun
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tranquilizer and antidepressant (trade name Triavil) sometimes used as an antiemetic for adults
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