Which medication is more commonly prescribed for nausea and vomiting than for psychotic disorders?

Compazine (prochlorperazine) is primarily recognized for its effectiveness in treating nausea and vomiting, particularly in patients who are experiencing these symptoms due to various medical conditions or treatments (such as chemotherapy). While Compazine belongs to the class of typical antipsychotic medications and can be used for psychotic disorders, its more widespread and frequent application is in the management of nausea, where it acts as an antiemetic agent.

In the context of psychotic disorders, other medications such as Haldol (haloperidol), Risperdal (risperidone), and Seroquel (quetiapine) are primarily prescribed. These newer atypical antipsychotics and the classic antipsychotic Haldol have their main indications geared towards addressing symptoms of schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and other serious mental health issues, rather than antiemetic use. Compazine's reputation as a go-to for nausea distinguishes it from the others, which lack this specific common usage. This makes Compazine the medication more frequently associated with treating nausea and vomiting compared to the others listed.