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Chlorpromazine
Chlorpromazine is a typical antipsychotic from the group of phenothiazines, primarily acting through its antagonistic effect on dopamine D2 receptors. It is mainly used for the treatment of schizophrenia and other psychotic disorders. Side effects may include sedation, extrapyramidal symptoms, and anticholinergic effects. Due to its pharmacological profile, it is an important medication in psychiatry, but with a moderate risk of side effects.
Mechanism of Action
- D2 receptor antagonist
Names / Identifiers
IUPAC: Chlorpromazine
Mechanism of Action
Chlorpromazin wirkt hauptsächlich als Antagonist an Dopaminrezeptoren, insbesondere D2-Rezeptoren, was zu einer Reduktion der dopaminergen Aktivität im zentralen Nervensystem führt.
Effects
Effects described from scientific sources. Individual experiences vary.
Dosage
Individual sensitivity varies. Not a dosage recommendation.
Duration
Risks & Warnings
Warnings
- Known hypersensitivity to chlorpromazine or other phenothiazines.
- Severe liver disease.
Known Risks
- medium
- Mögliche Nebenwirkungen umfassen Sedierung, extrapyramidale Symptome und Gewichtszunahme.
Safer Use
- Regular medical monitoring.
- Slow dosage adjustment.
- Watch for signs of side effects.
Harm reduction tips do not replace medical advice.
Known Interactions
- Increased sedative effect when taken concurrently with alcohol or other sedatives.
- Interactions with other antipsychotics.
This list is not exhaustive. Interactions can have unpredictable effects.
Legal Status
Not legal advice. Status may change.
Entdecken
Ähnliche Substanzen
Basierend auf Substanzklasse, Rezeptoren, Wirkmechanismen und Wirkprofil.
Gemeinsame Wirkungsmuster
Wirkungen, die Chlorpromazine mit verwandten Substanzen teilt.