haloperidol en · NOUN
Pronunciation
- /ˌhæ.loʊˈpɛ.ɹɪˌdɔl/ (General-American)
- /ˌheɪ.lə(ʊ)-/ (Received-Pronunciation)
- /ˌhæ.lə(ʊ)ˈpɛ.ɹɪ.dɒl/ (Received-Pronunciation)
Etymology
From halo- + (pi)perid(ine) + -ol. By surface analysis, halo- + -peridol.
Meanings
- (countable, uncountable) A synthetic antidepressant drug, with the chemical formula C₂₁H₂₃ClFNO₂, used in the treatment of psychotic conditions.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| haloperidols | Number=Plur | lexicographic |
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Translations (2)
es haloperidol (pharmaceutical drug) · pt haloperidol (pharmaceutical drug)