Psychotropic Drug

/ˌsaɪkəˈtrɒpɪk drʌɡ/

Definitions

  1. (n.) A drug that affects a person's mental state, used legally in contexts regulating controlled substances, mental health treatment, and pharmaceutical law.
    The court examined the regulation surrounding the prescription of psychotropic drugs to ensure patient safety.

Forms

  • psychotropic drug
  • psychotropic drugs

Commentary

Legal definitions often focus on regulatory and controlled substance aspects, highlighting the importance of specifying the drug's legal status and intended use in legal texts.

This glossary is for general informational and educational purposes only. Definitions are jurisdiction-agnostic but reflect terminology and concepts primarily drawn from English and American legal traditions. Nothing herein constitutes legal advice or creates a lawyer-client relationship. Users should consult qualified counsel for advice on specific matters or jurisdictions.

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