Haldol
Intended to support stable mental health, this treatment is designed to mitigate hallucinations and agitation in severe psychological conditions.
Strengths: 10mg
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Medicine details
- Alternative names
Serenace
- Therapeutic class
Typical Antipsychotic
- Pharmacological class
Butyrophenone
- Contraindications
coma; severe central nervous system depression; parkinson's disease
- Precautions and warnings
avoid driving if drowsy; regular ecg monitoring
- Minor side effects
drowsiness; dry mouth; headache
- Moderate side effects
tremor; muscle stiffness; restlessness
- Dosage forms
Tablet
- Administration route
Oral use
- Prescription status
POM
- Manufacturer
Johnson & Johnson
- Onset Time
30–60 minutes
- Duration
12–24 hours
- Storage instructions
Store protected from light.
- Drug interactions
alcohol; lithium; cns depressants
- Age restrictions
Dose must be individualized by a specialist.
Serious side effects
neuroleptic malignant syndrome — requires immediate medical attention; tardive dyskinesia — requires immediate medical attention; qt prolongation — requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Intended to support stable mental health, this treatment is designed to mitigate hallucinations and agitation in severe psychological conditions.
Mechanism of action
It works by blocking dopamine D2 receptors in the brain. By reducing the overactivity of dopamine, it helps normalize brain function and calm psychotic symptoms.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Use only if absolutely necessary; potential risk of movement disorders in the newborn. Breastfeeding: Avoid during treatment.
Haldol
Intended to support stable mental health, this treatment is designed to mitigate hallucinations and agitation in severe psychological conditions.
Editorial Notes
- Active ingredient(s): Haloperidol
- Listed indication(s): Schizophrenia, Acute Psychosis, Tourette’s Syndrome
Available option
- 120 tablets - 10 mg684-10-mg-17460