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antipsychotic

/æntaɪˈsɪkɒtɪk/ noun · British & US
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What does antipsychotic mean?

noun

A type of medication used to treat psychiatric conditions, such as schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. It works by blocking the action of certain chemicals in the brain.

Example

"The doctor prescribed an antipsychotic medication to help manage the patient's symptoms."

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