Difference between revisions of "Butyrophenones"
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==Drugs in this Group== | ==Drugs in this Group== | ||
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| + | * [[#Azaperone|Azaperone]] | ||
| + | * Fluanisone | ||
| + | * Droperidol | ||
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| + | ===Azaperone=== | ||
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| + | Azaperone is marketed under the trade name of Stresnil. | ||
Revision as of 15:04, 3 March 2009
Butyrophenones are sedative drugs, which have a potent anti-emetic effect.
Mechanism of Action
Butyrophenones antagonise dopamine transmission in the CNS.
Side Effects and Contraindications
Adverse effects in the CNS may occur, for example hallucinations and agitation have been reported in man. Vasodilation and hypotension also result from admministration.
Drugs in this Group
- Azaperone
- Fluanisone
- Droperidol
Azaperone
Azaperone is marketed under the trade name of Stresnil.