| Brand Name | Haldol |
| Generic Name | Haloperidol |
| Drug Class | Neurokinin-1 (NK1) Antagonist |
| Availability | Prescription |
| Manufacturer | Janssen Pharmaceuticals |
| Indications | Nausea, Vomiting |
| Type | Tablet, Injection |
| Doses | 2-5 mg once or twice daily |
| Route | Oral, IM, IV |
| Side Effects | Extrapyramidal symptoms, restlessness, sedation, QT prolongation |
| Interactions | QT prolongation; additive CNS effects with other antipsychotics |
| Overdose | Severe extrapyramidal symptoms, QT prolongation. |
| Missed Dose | Take ASAP. |
| Contraindications | Parkinson’s disease, dementia-related psychosis. |
| Alternatives | Prochlorperazine, Droperidol, Ondansetron |
| Co-Pay Assistance Program | Available Rx |
| Patient Assistance Program | Not available |
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Haloperidol is an antipsychotic medication used to treat schizophrenia, acute psychosis, and agitation associated with various psychiatric disorders.
Haloperidol works by blocking dopamine receptors in the brain, which helps to reduce symptoms of psychosis and agitation.
Common side effects include drowsiness, dizziness, dry mouth, and weight gain.
Yes, Haloperidol can be taken with or without food.
Haloperidol should only be used during pregnancy if absolutely necessary. Consult your doctor before using it during pregnancy.
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember unless it's almost time for your next dose. Do not take two doses at once.
Haloperidol may take several days to weeks to show significant improvement in symptoms of psychosis or agitation.
Haloperidol can be used long-term for managing certain psychiatric conditions, but it requires regular monitoring to manage potential side effects.
Yes, Haloperidol can interact with medications that affect the central nervous system, including other antipsychotics, antidepressants, and sedatives.
If you experience severe side effects like muscle stiffness, tremors, or difficulty breathing, seek medical attention immediately.
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