NCIt definition : The hydrochloride salt form of thioridazine, a piperidine phenothiazine derivative
and a dopamine antagonist with antipsychotic property. Thioridazine hydrochloride
binds to mesolimbic postsynaptic dopamine receptor D2, thereby decreasing dopamine
activity leading to decreased psychotic effects, such as hallucinations and delusions.
In addition, this agent binds to serotonin 5-HT2 receptors, resulting in decreased
serotonin activity.;