perphenazine

per·phen·a·zine  (pr-fn-zn)

n.

A crystalline compound, C₂₁H₂₆ClN₃OS, used as a tranquilizer especially in the treatment of psychosis and to prevent or alleviate nausea and vomiting.

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[per- + phen(yl) + (piper)azine.]

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perphenazine - tranquilizer and antidepressant (trade name Triavil) sometimes used as an antiemetic for adults Triavil antianxiety drug, anxiolytic, anxiolytic drug, minor tranquilizer, minor tranquilliser, minor tranquillizer - a tranquilizer used to relieve anxiety and reduce tension and irritability