thioridazine

noun thi·o·rid·a·zine \ ˌthī-ə-ˈri-də-ˌzēn , -zən \

Definition of thioridazine

: a phenothiazine tranquilizer C₂₁H₂₆N₂S₂ used in the form of its hydrochloride for relief of anxiety states and in the treatment of psychotic disorders and severe childhood behavioral problems

Origin and Etymology of thioridazine

thi- + piperidine + phenothiazine

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First Known Use: 1959

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Medical Dictionary

thioridazine

noun thio·rid·a·zine \ ˌthī-ə-ˈrid-ə-ˌzēn , -zən \

medical Definition of thioridazine

: a phenothiazine tranquilizer used in the form of its hydrochloride C₂₁H₂₆N₂S₂·HCl for relief of anxiety states and in the treatment of psychotic disorders and severe childhood behavioral problems — see mellaril