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Typical Antipsychotics

Typical antipsychotics are used to treat symptoms of schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, Tourette syndrome, and dementia. They can also be used to relieve severe nausea and vomiting. They work by slowing down certain activity in the brain.

Why are typical antipsychotics prescribed?

  1. Schizophrenia (32%)
  2. Nausea (19%)
  3. Anxiety (18%)
  4. Bipolar Disorder (14%)
  5. Tourette Syndrome (10%)
  6. Dementia (4%)
  7. Porphyria (3%)

Key takeaways

Typical antipsychotic medications are used to treat mental health conditions such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and Tourette disorder. Some may also treat severe nausea and vomiting. Typical antipsychotic medications work by balancing dopamine and serotonin levels in the brain. They come as oral, injectable, and suppository dosage forms. Examples include prochlorperazine (Compazine, Compro), haloperidol, and perphenazine.

Prices for popular Typical Antipsychotics medications
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PROCHLORPERAZINE treats nausea and vomiting. It works by blocking substances in your body that may cause nausea and vomiting.
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haloperidol

as low as$8
HALOPERIDOL treats schizophrenia. It may also be used to manage the symptoms of Tourette disorder. It can also be used to treat severe behavior problems in children when other therapies have not worked. It works by balancing the levels of dopamine in your brain, a substance that helps regulate mood, behaviors, and thoughts. It belongs to a group of medications called antipsychotics. Antipsychotic medications can be used to treat several kinds of mental health conditions.
CHLORPROMAZINE treats several kinds of mental health conditions, such as schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. It works by balancing the level of dopamine in your brain, a substance that helps regulate mood. It may also be used to treat nausea and vomiting, prolonged hiccups, episodes of porphyria, and tetanus. It can also help you relax before a procedure. It belongs to a group of medications called antipsychotics.
THIOTHIXENE treats schizophrenia. It works by balancing the levels of dopamine in your brain, a substance that helps regulate mood, behaviors, and thoughts. It belongs to a group of medications called antipsychotics. Antipsychotic medications can be used to treat several kinds of mental health conditions.
TRIFLUOPERAZINE treats schizophrenia. It may also be used to treat anxiety when other anxiety medications have not worked. It works by balancing the level of dopamine in your brain, a substance that helps regulate mood, behavior, and thoughts. It belongs to a group of medications called antipsychotics. Antipsychotic medications can be used to treat several kinds of mental health conditions.
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loxapine

as low as$17
LOXAPINE treats schizophrenia. It works by balancing the levels of dopamine and serotonin in your brain, substances that help regulate mood, behaviors, and thoughts. It belongs to a group of medications called antipsychotics. Antipsychotic medications can be used to treat several kinds of mental health conditions.
HALOPERIDOL treats schizophrenia. It works by balancing the level of dopamine in your brain, a substance that helps regulate mood, behavior, and thoughts. It belongs to a group of medications called antipsychotics. Antipsychotic medications can be used to treat several kinds of mental health conditions.
PERPHENAZINE treats nausea and vomiting. It works by blocking substances in your body that may cause nausea and vomiting. It may also be used to treat schizophrenia. It works by balancing the levels of dopamine in your brain, a substance that helps regulate mood, behaviors, and thoughts.
THIORIDAZINE treats schizophrenia. It is prescribed when other medications have not worked or cannot be tolerated. It works by balancing the level of dopamine in your brain, a substance that helps regulate mood. It belongs to a group of medications called antipsychotics.
FLUPHENAZINE treats schizophrenia. It works by balancing the level of dopamine in your brain, a substance that helps regulate mood, behavior, and thoughts. It belongs to a group of medications called antipsychotics. Antipsychotic medications can be used to treat several kinds of mental health conditions.
PIMOZIDE manages the symptoms of Tourette disorder. It is prescribed when other medications have not worked or cannot be tolerated. It works by reducing vocal and motor tics. This improves the ability to engage in daily activities. It belongs to a group of medications called antipsychotics. Antipsychotic medications can be used to treat several kinds of mental health conditions.
HALOPERIDOL treats schizophrenia. It works by balancing the level of dopamine in your brain, a substance that helps regulate mood, behavior, and thoughts. It belongs to a group of medications called antipsychotics. Antipsychotic medications can be used to treat several kinds of mental health conditions.
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asenapine

as low as$116
ASENAPINE treats schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. It works by balancing the levels of dopamine and serotonin in your brain, substances that help regulate mood, behaviors, and thoughts. It belongs to a group of medications called antipsychotics. Antipsychotic medications can be used to treat several kinds of mental health conditions.
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molindone

as low as$432
MOLINDONE treats schizophrenia. It works by balancing the level of dopamine in your brain, a substance that helps regulate mood, behavior, and thoughts. It belongs to a group of medications called antipsychotics. Antipsychotic medications can be used to treat several kinds of mental health conditions.
Disclaimer: Popularity is based on total prescriptions for the brand and generic versions of each drug, regardless of the condition being treated. Some drugs are prescribed for multiple conditions.

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