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৳ 1/unit
Pack: ৳ 10
At a glance
Haloperidol is a typical antipsychotic used for schizophrenia and other psychoses.
Indications
- Low doses: nervousness, anxiety states and associated psychic disorders (irritability, aggressiveness, psychic lability, insomnia); functional disorders caused by anxiety states (trembling, thorax oppression, gastrointestinal hypermotility, digestive disorders); tics and stuttering; nausea and vomiting
- Higher doses: psychomotor agitation in mania, dementia, acute and chronic schizophrenia, alcoholism; delusions and hallucinations in acute and chronic schizophrenia, acute confusion; choreatic movements; behavior and character disorders in children
Pharmacology
Haloperidol is a butyropherone derivative with antipsychotic properties that has been considered particularly effective in the management of hyperactivity, agitation and mania. Haloperidol is an effective neuroleptic and also possesses antiemetic properties. It may also exhibit hypothermic and anorexiant effects and potentiate the action of barbiturates, general anesthetics and other CNS depressant drugs.
Dosage
Adults (Oral):
- Moderate symptoms: 0.5-3 mg 2-3 times daily
- Severe symptoms: 3-5 mg 2-3 times daily
- Chronic or resistant: 3-6 mg 2-3 times daily
- Up to 100 mg daily if needed
- Elderly: 0.5-4.5 mg 2-3 times daily
Children: 50 microgram/kg body weight
Injection (IM/IV):
- Initially 2-10 mg, then every 4-8 hours, max 18 mg daily
- Severely disturbed patients: initial up to 18 mg
* Use as directed by the registered physician
Side effects
Common Side Effects:
- Abnormality of voluntary movements
- Constipation
- Dryness in mouth
- Increased prolactin level in blood
- Orthostatic hypotension
- Sleepiness
- Weight gain
- Headache
- Vertigo
- Insomnia
- Confusion
- Restlessness
- Anxiety
Use in pregnancy
Use in Pregnancy: May be unsafe during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown harmful effects.
Pregnancy Category: C — always consult a doctor before taking during pregnancy.
Precautions & warnings
Precautions:
- Haloperidol may decrease alertness and affect vision - do not drive
- Avoid alcohol (increases dizziness)
- Inform doctor if you experience abnormal movements or difficulty controlling movements
- Avoid dehydration - drink plenty of fluids
- Heart function and electrolyte levels should be monitored
- Caution in severe liver or kidney disease
Overdose effects
Overdose: Severe extrapyramidal reactions, hypotension or sedation, respiratory depression, coma. Symptomatic and supportive treatment should be given.
Storage conditions
Storage: Do not store above 30°C. Keep away from light and out of reach of children.