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.
Also Known As:
Tranquilizing Drugs; Tranquilizing Effect; Tranquilizing Effects; Tranquillizing Agents; Tranquillizing Drugs; Agents, Tranquilizing; Agents, Tranquillizing; Drugs, Tranquilizing; Drugs, Tranquillizing; Effect, Tranquilizing; Effects, Tranquilizing; Ataractics