Question

Haloperidol belongs to:

• A. \( \text{Azaspirodecanedione antidepressant} \)
• B. \( \text{Opioid analgesic} \)
• C. \( \text{Butylraphenone antipsychotic} \)
• D. \( \text{Quinoline antipsychotic} \)

Hint:

Butyrophenone antipsychotics are potent dopamine blockers, making them effective in treating severe psychosis.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Haloperidol is a typical antipsychotic belonging to the butyrophenone class. It acts as a dopamine D\(_2\) receptor antagonist, reducing symptoms of schizophrenia and other psychotic disorders. Its efficacy in managing acute agitation and Tourette’s syndrome makes it a widely prescribed neuroleptic drug.