butyrophenone
/ˌbjuːtɪroʊˈfiːnoʊn/
noun
- A class of chemical compounds used in some antipsychotic medications.
- The doctor explained that butyrophenones work by blocking dopamine receptors in the brain.
- Researchers are studying new butyrophenone derivatives for their potential medical uses.
- Haloperidol is a well-known butyrophenone used to treat certain mental health conditions.