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Thorazine (Chlorpromazine)

Thorazine (generic name chlorpromazine) is an antipsychotic prescribed to alleviate psychotic features such as paranoia and hallucinations sometimes associated with extreme mood swings in those with bipolar disorder (manic depression). Found here are resources and information relating to this medication.
Thorazine Side Effects
Catalogue of side effects for the medication Thorazine, which is an antipsychotic medication sometimes prescribed to treat schizophrenia and psychotic features of bipolar and schizoaffective disorders.
Chlorpromazine Monograph
This is a comprehensive Canadian monograph from Internet Mental Health. Contents include pharmacology, indications, contraindications, warnings, precautions, overdose information and dosage.

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