Used primarily as an antipsychotic medication to manage symptoms of schizophrenia and other psychotic disorders. It helps control agitation, hallucinations, and delusions by affecting dopamine activity in the brain. Also employed as an antiemetic to prevent nausea and vomiting, especially in surgical or chemotherapy settings. Has sedative properties, making it useful in calming agitated patients. Occasionally used off-label for severe behavioral issues in children or short-term treatment of anxiety.