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

How to use Haldol Decanoate 50: it medication is injected into muscle. Its not to be injected into vein. this pill is long-acting form of haloperidol and is usually administered 1 time all 4 weeks. this medication should be used as prescribed. do not stop using it medication suddenly without consulting your pharmacist. some conditions may worsen if medication is suddenly stopped.

Haldol Decanoate 50 side effects: this drug 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 you're physician promptly. Unlikely but report: chest pain, aching muscles and joints, unusual bleeding or bruising, tremors, skin rash, involuntary movements of face/tongue/mouth (chewing movements, puckering or twitching tongue). Tell your physician immediately if any of these highly unlikely but very serious side effects occur: fainting, fast/irregular heartbeat. in the unlikely part you have an allergic reaction to it 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 youre doctor or healthcare professional.

Haldol Decanoate 50 Precautions: Tell your physician 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 another lung disease, seizures, alcohol use. Before having surgery (including dental surgery) with general anesthetic, tell your doctor you using haloperidol. Use caution performing tasks that require alertness. Limit your intake of alcohol as alcohol adds to drowsiness caused by haloperidol. Haloperidol should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with you're doctor. this drug is excreted into breast milk. do not breast-feed while using this drug. Haloperidol may make your skin more sensitive to sun. If you become sun sensitive, stay out of the sun & wear protective clothing, sunscreen and 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. don't swim in cold water.

Haldol Decanoate 50 drug interactions: Tell your healthcare professional of all medications you may use (both prescription & nonprescription), especially of: sedatives, sleeping pills, narcotic pain medication, muscle relaxants, certain antihistamines (e.g., diphenhydramine), antidepressants, barbiturates, fluoxetine, carbamazepine, guanethidine, lithium, cabergoline, methyldopa, phenytoin. Report other pills which affect heart rhythm (QTc prolongation), such as: dofetilide, pimozide, quinidine, sotalol, procainamide, sparfloxacin, 'water pills' (diuretics such as furosemide or hydrochlorothiazide). Ask your physician or physician for more details. Use of alcohol can lead to extreme drowsiness. do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or doctor approval.

Haldol Decanoate 50 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 50 special notes: don't share this medication with others.

If you missed Haldol Decanoate 50 dose: If you miss a dose, contact your physician. do not 'double-up' the dose to catch up.

Haldol Decanoate 50 Storage: Store at room temperature between 59 & 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from moisture and sunlight. don't refrigerate or freeze.

Active Ingredients : Haloperidol Decanoate