Haloperidol (Halol) differs from chlorpromazine (Thorazine) in that haloperidol:
A) Is not an antipsychotic agent
B) Dose not produce extrapyramidal effects
C) Is not a phenothiazine***
D) Dose not cause sedation
E) Cannot be administered parenterally.
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Phenothiazine Crystalline, volatile organic and environmental toxic compound that is composed of a three-ring structure in which two benzene rings are joined with a sulfur and nitrogen atom in non-adjacent positions. Used to treat nervous, mental and emotional diseases. Some are also used to control anxiety or agitation in certain patients, very strong nausea and vomiting, very strong hiccups and moderate to very severe pain.
B) Dose not produce extrapyramidal effects
C) Is not a phenothiazine***
D) Dose not cause sedation
E) Cannot be administered parenterally.
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Phenothiazine Crystalline, volatile organic and environmental toxic compound that is composed of a three-ring structure in which two benzene rings are joined with a sulfur and nitrogen atom in non-adjacent positions. Used to treat nervous, mental and emotional diseases. Some are also used to control anxiety or agitation in certain patients, very strong nausea and vomiting, very strong hiccups and moderate to very severe pain.
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