TRANQUILIZING AGENTS
\tɹˈankwɪlˌa͡ɪzɪŋ ˈe͡ɪd͡ʒənts], \tɹˈankwɪlˌaɪzɪŋ ˈeɪdʒənts], \t_ɹ_ˈa_n_k_w_ɪ_l_ˌaɪ_z_ɪ_ŋ ˈeɪ_dʒ_ə_n_t_s]\
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A traditional grouping of drugs said to have a soothing or calming effect on mood, thought, or behavior. Included here are the ANTI-ANXIETY AGENTS (minor tranquilizers), ANTIMANIC AGENTS, and the ANTIPSYCHOTIC AGENTS (major tranquilizers). These drugs act by different mechanisms and are used for different therapeutic purposes.
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Dopamine Acetyltransferase
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