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Overview of the antipsychotic medication Butaperazine

Butaperazine[edit]

Butaperazine is a typical antipsychotic medication belonging to the phenothiazine class. It is primarily used in the treatment of schizophrenia and other psychotic disorders. Butaperazine functions by blocking dopamine receptors in the brain, which helps to reduce symptoms such as hallucinations and delusions.

Pharmacology[edit]

Butaperazine acts as a dopamine receptor antagonist, particularly targeting the D2 receptors. This action is believed to be responsible for its antipsychotic effects. By inhibiting dopamine activity, Butaperazine can help to balance neurotransmitter levels in the brain, which is often disrupted in individuals with psychotic disorders.

Chemical Structure[edit]

Butaperazine is a member of the phenothiazine class, which is characterized by a three-ring structure. The chemical synthesis of Butaperazine involves several steps, as illustrated in the accompanying diagram. The synthesis process is crucial for understanding the pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics of the drug.

Side Effects[edit]

Common side effects of Butaperazine include sedation, dry mouth, constipation, and blurred vision. More serious side effects can include extrapyramidal symptoms such as tardive dyskinesia, which involves involuntary movements. Patients may also experience orthostatic hypotension, which is a drop in blood pressure upon standing.

Usage[edit]

Butaperazine is typically administered orally in tablet form. The dosage and duration of treatment depend on the severity of the condition and the patient's response to the medication. It is important for patients to follow their healthcare provider's instructions and to report any adverse effects.

Related pages[edit]

Chemical structure of Butaperazine
Synthesis pathway of Butaperazine

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-'''Butaperazine''' is a [[piperazine]] derivative and [[phenothiazine]] derivative that is used as an [[antipsychotic]] agent. It is classified as a typical antipsychotic and has properties similar to other drugs in this class, such as [[chlorpromazine]] and [[thioridazine]].
+{{Short description|Overview of the antipsychotic medication Butaperazine}}
+==Butaperazine==
+[[File:Butaperazine_synthesis.svg|thumb|right|Chemical synthesis of Butaperazine]]
+'''Butaperazine''' is a typical antipsychotic medication belonging to the [[phenothiazine]] class. It is primarily used in the treatment of [[schizophrenia]] and other psychotic disorders. Butaperazine functions by blocking [[dopamine]] receptors in the brain, which helps to reduce symptoms such as hallucinations and delusions.
 ==Pharmacology==
-Butaperazine acts by blocking postsynaptic [[dopamine]] receptors in the brain, including D1 and D2 receptors. This results in an increase in the concentration of dopamine in the synaptic cleft, which can lead to a reduction in positive symptoms of [[schizophrenia]], such as hallucinations and delusions.
+Butaperazine acts as a [[dopamine receptor antagonist]], particularly targeting the D2 receptors. This action is believed to be responsible for its antipsychotic effects. By inhibiting dopamine activity, Butaperazine can help to balance neurotransmitter levels in the brain, which is often disrupted in individuals with psychotic disorders.
-==Clinical Use==
+==Chemical Structure==
-Butaperazine is used in the treatment of various psychiatric disorders, including schizophrenia and acute mania. It can also be used to treat severe nausea and vomiting, as well as intractable hiccups.
+Butaperazine is a member of the phenothiazine class, which is characterized by a three-ring structure. The chemical synthesis of Butaperazine involves several steps, as illustrated in the accompanying diagram. The synthesis process is crucial for understanding the pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics of the drug.
 ==Side Effects==
-Like other drugs in the phenothiazine class, butaperazine can cause a range of side effects. These can include sedation, weight gain, dry mouth, blurred vision, and constipation. More serious side effects can include [[tardive dyskinesia]], a condition characterized by involuntary movements, particularly of the face.
+Common side effects of Butaperazine include [[sedation]], [[dry mouth]], [[constipation]], and [[blurred vision]]. More serious side effects can include [[extrapyramidal symptoms]] such as [[tardive dyskinesia]], which involves involuntary movements. Patients may also experience [[orthostatic hypotension]], which is a drop in blood pressure upon standing.
-==Contraindications==
+==Usage==
-Butaperazine is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to the drug or other phenothiazines. It should also be used with caution in patients with a history of cardiovascular disease, liver disease, or glaucoma.
+Butaperazine is typically administered orally in tablet form. The dosage and duration of treatment depend on the severity of the condition and the patient's response to the medication. It is important for patients to follow their healthcare provider's instructions and to report any adverse effects.
-==See Also==
+==Related pages==
+* [[Antipsychotic]]
 * [[Phenothiazine]]
-* [[Piperazine]]
+* [[Dopamine receptor antagonist]]
-* [[Antipsychotic]]
 * [[Schizophrenia]]
-* [[Tardive dyskinesia]]
+[[Category:Antipsychotics]]
 [[Category:Phenothiazines]]
-[[Category:Piperazines]]
+<gallery>
-[[Category:Antipsychotics]]
+File:Butaperazine.svg|Chemical structure of Butaperazine
-[[Category:Medications]]
+File:Butaperazine_synthesis.svg|Synthesis pathway of Butaperazine
+</gallery>
-{{stub}}