Tranquilizer

tranquilizer /tran·qui·liz·er/ (tran´kwi-li?zer) a drug with a calming, soothing effect; usually a minor tranquilizer.

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major tranquilizer  former name for antipsychotic agent; see antipsychotic.

minor tranquilizer  antianxiety agent; see antianxiety.

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tran·quil·iz·er (trngkw-lzr, trn-)

n.

Any of various drugs used to reduce tension or anxiety; an antianxiety agent.

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Tranquilizer (minor)

A drug that has a calming effect and is used to treat anxiety and emotional tension.

Mentioned in: Antinausea Drugs, Muscle Relaxants

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tranquilizer (trang´kwilīzur),

n one of a poorly defined group of drugs designed to control anxiety and reduce tension or stress. Tranquilizers tend to induce drowsiness and may cause physical and psychologic dependence. Most tranquilizers are controlled substances.

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tranquilizer

any of a group of compounds that calm or quiet an anxious patient. There are two types: the major tranquilizers called also neuroleptics (2) or antipsychotic agents, such as acepromazine, and the minor tranquilizers called also antianxiety agents, such as diazepam (Valium). See also psychotropic drugs.

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tranquilizer gun

see blow dart.