Mebanazine

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Mebanazine

Mebanazine (pronunciation: meh-ban-a-zine) is a pharmacological agent that was previously used in the treatment of mental disorders. It belongs to the class of antipsychotic drugs, specifically the phenothiazine derivatives.

Etymology

The term "Mebanazine" is derived from the chemical structure of the drug, which is a derivative of the phenothiazine class of antipsychotics. The "Meba" part of the name is an abbreviation of the chemical group it belongs to, while "-azine" is a common suffix used in the nomenclature of antipsychotic drugs.

Pharmacology

Mebanazine works by blocking dopamine receptors in the brain, which helps to reduce symptoms of psychosis. It is a type of neuroleptic drug, which means it has a sedative effect on the nervous system.

Related Terms

  • Phenothiazine: A class of antipsychotic drugs that includes Mebanazine.
  • Dopamine: A neurotransmitter in the brain that is blocked by Mebanazine.
  • Neuroleptic: A type of drug that has a sedative effect on the nervous system.

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