Electroanalytical overview: the determination of chlorpromazine

Chlorpromazine is a first-generation antipsychotic medication that has been widely used in clinical psychiatry, where it is primarily prescribed for the treatment of a broad range of psychiatric conditions. There is a recognised need for the measurement of chlorpromazine, for which laboratory-based analytical instrumentation currently provides reliable and routine methodologies. However, there is significant scope to develop in-the-field analytical techniques that are comparable in performance to traditional laboratory equipment. Electroanalysis presents a promising opportunity in this context. Electrochemical sensors offer high sensitivity and selectivity, deliver rapid and cost-effective results, and are compatible with portable instrumentation. These advantages make electroanalysis well-suited for on-site analysis, enabling real-time monitoring without the constraints of a centralised laboratory. In this chapter, we summarise the use of electroanalysis for the detection of chlorpromazine summarising the latest endeavours.