Antipsychotics · First-Generation (Typical)

Chlorpromazine

Brand: Thorazine

First-generation (typical) antipsychotic, phenothiazine

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1.Chlorpromazine: potency class and unique non-psychiatric FDA indications.

2.Major side effects of chlorpromazine (low-potency profile).

3.Dermatologic complications with chronic high-dose chlorpromazine.

4.What monitoring is unique to chronic chlorpromazine use?

5.Can you use chlorpromazine for psychotic agitation in elderly patients?

6.Chlorpromazine equivalent dosing concept.

7.A patient on chlorpromazine develops NMS. Is this surprising for a low-potency agent?

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