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haloperidol

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hal·o·per·i·dol  (hl-pr-dôl, -dl, -dl)
n.
A tranquilizer, C21H23ClFNO2, used especially in the treatment of psychotic disorders, including schizophrenia, and also in the management of Tourette's syndrome.
[halo- + (pi)perid(ine) + -ol.]
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Noun1.haloperidol - tranquilizer (trade name Haldol) used to treat some psychotic disorders and Tourette's syndrome
Haldol
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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