Etymology

aripiprazole

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Today it means: An antipsychotic drug C₂₃H₂₇Cl₂N₃O₂ used in the treatment of schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, major depressive disorder, and irritability associated with autism. Full definition →

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From ari- (of unknown origin) + -piprazole (“phenylpiperazine derivative”).

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