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Prolixin, or fluphenazine, is an antipsychotic medication primarily used to treat schizophrenia and other severe mental disorders, distinguishing it from traditional tranquilizers that are often used for anxiety and agitation. Unlike many benzodiazepines, which act quickly to provide short-term relief, Prolixin has a longer duration of action and is more effective in managing chronic psychotic symptoms. Additionally, it can cause more significant side effects, such as extrapyramidal symptoms, due to its strong dopamine-blocking properties. This makes Prolixin more suited for long-term management of psychosis rather than immediate sedation.

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