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Haloperidol decanoate - intramuscular injection

(hal-oh-pair-ih-doll deck-ah-no-ate)

common brand names: Haldol

Simular Drugs : Haloperidol, Haloperidol Decanoate, Haloperidol Lactate, Haloperidol Lactate

Haloperidol Decanoate Usage: this medication is used to treat symptoms of certain types of mental conditions (e.g., schizophrenia).

How to use Haloperidol Decanoate: this medication is injected into muscle. it isnot to be injected in to vein. this med is the long-acting form of haloperidol & is usually administered one time all 4 weeks. it medication must be used as prescribed. do not stop using this pill suddenly with out consulting youre pharmacist. some conditions may worsen if the medication is suddenly stopped.

Haloperidol Decanoate side effects: this medication may cause drowsiness, dizziness, blurred vision, stomach upset, loss of appetite, headache, drooling, dry mouth, sweating, sleep disturbances or restlessness. If these effects persist or worsen, notify your healthcare professional promptly. Unlikely but report: chest pain, aching muscles and joints, unusual bleeding or bruising, tremors, skin rash, involuntary movements of the face/tongue/mouth (chewing movements, puckering or twitching tongue). Tell some your physician immediately if any of these highly unlikely but very serious side effects occur: fainting, fast/irregular heartbeat. in unlikely event you have an allergic reaction to it pill, seek immediate medical attention. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, trouble breathing. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or physician.

Haloperidol Decanoate Precautions: Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of: Parkinson's disease, liver or kidney problems, heart disease, thyroid disease, blood vessel disease, glaucoma, enlarged prostate, difficulty urinating, allergies, asthma, emphysema or other lung disease, seizures, alcohol use. Before having surgery (including dental surgery) with general anesthetic, tell your doctor you are using haloperidol. Use caution performing tasks that require alertness. Limit your intake about alcohol as alcohol adds to the drowsiness caused by haloperidol. Haloperidol should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss risks & benefits with your physician. this drug is excreted into breast milk. do not breast-feed while using this drug. Haloperidol may make youre skin more sensitive to the sun. If you become sun sensitive, stay out of sun and wear protective clothing, sunscreen & sunglasses. Avoid exposure to extreme heat or cold. Haloperidol reduces some your ability to regulate body temperature which could result in overheating or severe chilling. do not swim in cold water.

Haloperidol Decanoate drug interactions: Tell you're pharmacist of all meds you may use (both prescription & nonprescription), especially of: sedatives, sleeping tablets, narcotic pain med, muscle relaxants, certain antihistamines (e.g., diphenhydramine), antidepressants, barbiturates, fluoxetine, carbamazepine, guanethidine, lithium, cabergoline, methyldopa, phenytoin. Report other drugs which affect the heart rhythm (QTc prolongation), such as: dofetilide, pimozide, quinidine, sotalol, procainamide, sparfloxacin, 'water pills' (diuretics such as furosemide or hydrochlorothiazide). Ask your pharmacist or pharmacist for more details. Use about alcohol can lead to extreme drowsiness. do not start or stop any medicine without pharmacist or healthcare professional approval.

Haloperidol Decanoate Overdose: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include agitation, very dry mouth, unusual drowsiness or deep sleep, slow or shallow breathing, rapid or irregular pulse, & muscle weakness, rigidity, or tremor.

Haloperidol Decanoate special notes: do not share this drug with others.

If you missed Haloperidol Decanoate dose: If you miss a dose, contact you're doctor. do not 'double-up' the dose to catch up.

Haloperidol Decanoate Storage: Store at room temperature between 59 & 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from moisture & sunlight. do not refrigerate or freeze.

Active Ingredients : Haloperidol Decanoate