Description

Penfluridol is an antipsychotic medication primarily used in the treatment of schizophrenia. It belongs to the class of drugs known as butyrophenones and works by modulating the effects of neurotransmitters in the brain.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that Penfluridol may be referred to in various contexts, particularly in psychiatric settings. It is important to use the term consistently and avoid colloquial alternatives that may arise in informal discussions about mental health medications.

Example Sentences

EN: The psychiatrist prescribed Penfluridol to help manage the patient's symptoms of schizophrenia.

ES: El psiquiatra recetó Penfluridol para ayudar a controlar los síntomas de la esquizofrenia del paciente.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing Penfluridol with other antipsychotics; mixing up the pronunciation with similar-sounding medications; using informal terms instead of the clinical term.