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What is the difference between "neuroleptic" antipsychotics and "atypical" antipsychotics?
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Neuroleptic: Neuroleptic refers to Antipsychotics or Major Tranquilizers. Atypical antipsychotics are one form of Neuroleptics, such as Abilify (aripiprazole). The other is Conventional or first generation antipsychotics such as Haldol.
Answered 3/15/2015
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