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Chemicals and Drugs [D] » Chemical Actions and Uses [D27] » Pharmacologic Actions » Therapeutic Uses » Central Nervous System Agents » Central Nervous System Depressants » Tranquilizing Agents
Description
A traditional grouping of drugs said to have a soothing or calming effect on mood, thought, or behavior. Included here are the ANTI-ANXIETY AGENTS (minor tranquilizers), ANTIMANIC AGENTS, and the ANTIPSYCHOTIC AGENTS (major tranquilizers). These drugs act by different mechanisms and are used for different therapeutic purposes. MeSH
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Subtype Terms (3)
Anti-Anxiety Agents
4 approved drugs
Antipsychotic Agents
15 drugs (12 approved, 3 experimental)
Phase 4 Indicated Drugs (1)
Phase 1 Indicated Drugs (1)
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