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Haloperidol decanoate - intramuscular injection

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

common brand names: Haldol

Simular Drugs : Haldol, Haldol Decanoate 100, Haldol Decanoate 50

Haldol Decanoate 100 Usage: this pill is used to treat symptoms of certain types about mental conditions (e.g., schizophrenia).

How to use Haldol Decanoate 100: this medication is injected into a muscle. it is not to be injected into a vein. this medication is long-acting form about haloperidol & is usually administered once every 4 weeks. this drug must be used as prescribed. don't stop using this drug suddenly without consulting your doctor. some conditions may worsen if drug is suddenly stopped.

Haldol Decanoate 100 side effects: this drug may cause drowsiness, dizziness, blurred vision, stomach upset, loss about appetite, headache, drooling, dry mouth, sweating, sleep disturbances or restlessness. If these effects persist or worsen, notify your physician promptly. Unlikely but report: chest pain, aching muscles & joints, unusual bleeding or bruising, tremors, skin rash, involuntary movements of face/tongue/mouth (chewing movements, puckering or twitching tongue). Tell your pharmacist 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 this drug, 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 pharmacist.

Haldol Decanoate 100 Precautions: Tell your pharmacist youre 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 pharmacist 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 doctor. this drug is excreted into breast milk. do not breast-feed while using this medication. Haloperidol may make your skin more sensitive to sun. If you become sun sensitive, stay out about the sun and wear protective clothing, sunscreen & sunglasses. Avoid exposure to extreme heat or cold. Haloperidol reduces your ability to regulate body temperature which could result in overheating or severe chilling. do not swim in cold water.

Haldol Decanoate 100 drug interactions: Tell your doctor of all medications you may use (both prescription and nonprescription), especially of: sedatives, sleeping tablets, narcotic pain medication, muscle relaxants, certain antihistamines (e.g., diphenhydramine), antidepressants, barbiturates, fluoxetine, carbamazepine, guanethidine, lithium, cabergoline, methyldopa, phenytoin. Report another drugs which affect heart rhythm (QTc prolongation), such as: dofetilide, pimozide, quinidine, sotalol, procainamide, sparfloxacin, 'water pills' (diuretics such as furosemide or hydrochlorothiazide). Ask your healthcare professional or physician since more details. Use of alcohol can lead to extreme drowsiness. do not start or stop any medicine without healthcare professional or healthcare professional approval.

Haldol Decanoate 100 Overdose: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms about 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.

Haldol Decanoate 100 special notes: do not share this drug with others.

If you missed Haldol Decanoate 100 dose: If you miss dose, contact your pharmacist. do not 'double-up' the dose to catch up.

Haldol Decanoate 100 Storage: Store at room temperature between 59 & 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from moisture and sunlight. do not refrigerate or freeze.

Active Ingredients : Haloperidol Decanoate