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December 10th 2006 07:36
Haloperidol and working :
Haloperidol is prescribed to treat the symptoms of certain types of mental illness, such as the emotional symptoms of psychosis, the manic phase of manic-depressive illness, Tourette's syndrome, and severe behavioral problems in children. Haloperidol is thought to relieve symptoms of mental illness by blocking certain chemicals involved with nerve transmission in the brain.
Haloperidol Facts
Brand names (manufacturers):
Haldol (Ortho McNeil); haloperidol (various manufacturers)
Type of drug: Antipsychotic
Ingredient: Haloperidol
Dosage forms: Tablets (0.5 mg, 1 mg, 2 mg, 5 mg, 10 mg, and 20 mg): oral concentrate (2 mg per mL)
Storage: Store at room temperature in a tightly closed, light-resistant container. Do not refrigerate or freeze.
Treatment :
To avoid stomach irritation, take the haloperidol tablets with a meal or with a glass of water or milk (unless your doctor directs you to do otherwise).
Immediately prior to administration, carefully measure the concentrate with the dropper provided, then add to four ounces (1/2 cup) or more of water, milk, applesauce, pudding, or a cola-free, caffeine-free carbonated beverage. To prevent possible loss of effectiveness, do not dilute the medication in tea, coffee, other caffeine-containing beverages, or apple juice.
If you miss a dose of haloperidol and remember within six hours, take the missed dose as soon as possible, then return to your regular schedule. If more than six hours have passed, however, skip the missed dose and return to your regular dosing schedule. Do not double the next dose unless your doctor directs you to do so.
The full effects of haloperidol may not become apparent for two weeks after you start to take it.
Side Effects :
Minor: Blurred vision, constipation, decreased or increased sweating, diarrhea, dizziness, drooling, drowsiness, dry mouth, fatigue, headache, heartburn, jitteriness, loss of appetite, menstrual irregularities, nausea, restlessness, sleep disorders, vomiting, or weakness. As your body adjusts to the drug, these side effects should disappear.
Haloperidol can cause increased sensitivity to sunlight. It is, therefore, important to avoid prolonged exposure to sunlight and sunlamps. Wear protective clothing and use an effective sunscreen.
If you are constipated, increase the amount of fiber in your diet (fresh fruits and vegetables, salads, bran, and whole-grain breads), exercise, and drink more water (unless your doctor directs you to do otherwise).
To reduce mouth dryness, chew sugarless gum or suck on ice chips or a piece of hard candy.
To avoid dizziness or light-headedness when you stand, contract and relax the muscles of your legs for a few moments before rising. Do this by pushing one foot against the floor while raising the other foot slightly, alternating feet so that you are "pumping" your legs in a pedaling motion.
Major: Tell your doctor about any side effects that are persistent or particularly bothersome. IT IS ESPECIALLY IMPORTANT TO TELL YOUR DOCTOR about aching joints and muscles; breast enlargement (in both sexes); chest pain; confusion; convulsions; difficulty in breathing or swallowing; difficulty in urinating; fainting; fever; fluid retention; hair loss; hallucinations; impotence; involuntary movements of the mouth, face, neck, tongue, or limbs; mouth sores; palpitations; skin darkening; skin rash; sore throat; tremors; unusual bleeding or bruising; visual disturbances; or yellowish discoloration of the eyes or skin.
Interactions :
Haloperidol interacts with several other drugs:
Haloperidol can cause extreme drowsiness when combined with alcohol or other central nervous system depressants (such as antihistamines, barbiturates, benzodiazepine tranquilizers, muscle relaxants, narcotics, and pain medications) or with tricyclic antidepressants.
Haloperidol can alter the effects of guanethidine, anticonvulsants (antiseizure medications), anticoagulants (blood thinners), levodopa, and pergolide.
Haloperidol may increase the side effects of bupropion, epinephrine, fluoxetine, lithium, methyldopa, trazodone, MAO inhibitors, and tricyclic antidepressants.
Before starting to take haloperidol, BE SURE TO TELL YOUR DOCTOR about any medications you are currently taking, especially any of those listed above.
Warnings :
Tell your doctor about unusual or allergic reactions you have had to any medications, especially to haloperidol or to any other medications that are used to treat mental illness.
Tell your doctor if you now have or ever had any blood disorders, blockage of the urinary tract, depression induced by drugs, enlarged prostate gland, epilepsy, glaucoma, heart or circulatory disease, kidney disease, liver disease, lung disease, mental depression, Parkinson's disease, peptic ulcers, or thyroid disease.
To prevent oversedation, avoid drinking alcoholic beverages while you are taking haloperidol.
If haloperidol makes you dizzy or drowsy, do not take part in any activity that requires alertness, such as driving a car or operating potentially dangerous machinery. Be careful on stairs, and avoid getting up suddenly from a lying or sitting position.
Haloperidol is prescribed to treat the symptoms of certain types of mental illness, such as the emotional symptoms of psychosis, the manic phase of manic-depressive illness, Tourette's syndrome, and severe behavioral problems in children. Haloperidol is thought to relieve symptoms of mental illness by blocking certain chemicals involved with nerve transmission in the brain.
Haloperidol Facts
Brand names (manufacturers):
Haldol (Ortho McNeil); haloperidol (various manufacturers)
Type of drug: Antipsychotic
Ingredient: Haloperidol
Storage: Store at room temperature in a tightly closed, light-resistant container. Do not refrigerate or freeze.
Treatment :
To avoid stomach irritation, take the haloperidol tablets with a meal or with a glass of water or milk (unless your doctor directs you to do otherwise).
Immediately prior to administration, carefully measure the concentrate with the dropper provided, then add to four ounces (1/2 cup) or more of water, milk, applesauce, pudding, or a cola-free, caffeine-free carbonated beverage. To prevent possible loss of effectiveness, do not dilute the medication in tea, coffee, other caffeine-containing beverages, or apple juice.
If you miss a dose of haloperidol and remember within six hours, take the missed dose as soon as possible, then return to your regular schedule. If more than six hours have passed, however, skip the missed dose and return to your regular dosing schedule. Do not double the next dose unless your doctor directs you to do so.
The full effects of haloperidol may not become apparent for two weeks after you start to take it.
Side Effects :
Minor: Blurred vision, constipation, decreased or increased sweating, diarrhea, dizziness, drooling, drowsiness, dry mouth, fatigue, headache, heartburn, jitteriness, loss of appetite, menstrual irregularities, nausea, restlessness, sleep disorders, vomiting, or weakness. As your body adjusts to the drug, these side effects should disappear.
Haloperidol can cause increased sensitivity to sunlight. It is, therefore, important to avoid prolonged exposure to sunlight and sunlamps. Wear protective clothing and use an effective sunscreen.
If you are constipated, increase the amount of fiber in your diet (fresh fruits and vegetables, salads, bran, and whole-grain breads), exercise, and drink more water (unless your doctor directs you to do otherwise).
To reduce mouth dryness, chew sugarless gum or suck on ice chips or a piece of hard candy.
To avoid dizziness or light-headedness when you stand, contract and relax the muscles of your legs for a few moments before rising. Do this by pushing one foot against the floor while raising the other foot slightly, alternating feet so that you are "pumping" your legs in a pedaling motion.
Major: Tell your doctor about any side effects that are persistent or particularly bothersome. IT IS ESPECIALLY IMPORTANT TO TELL YOUR DOCTOR about aching joints and muscles; breast enlargement (in both sexes); chest pain; confusion; convulsions; difficulty in breathing or swallowing; difficulty in urinating; fainting; fever; fluid retention; hair loss; hallucinations; impotence; involuntary movements of the mouth, face, neck, tongue, or limbs; mouth sores; palpitations; skin darkening; skin rash; sore throat; tremors; unusual bleeding or bruising; visual disturbances; or yellowish discoloration of the eyes or skin.
Interactions :
Haloperidol interacts with several other drugs:
Haloperidol can cause extreme drowsiness when combined with alcohol or other central nervous system depressants (such as antihistamines, barbiturates, benzodiazepine tranquilizers, muscle relaxants, narcotics, and pain medications) or with tricyclic antidepressants.
Haloperidol can alter the effects of guanethidine, anticonvulsants (antiseizure medications), anticoagulants (blood thinners), levodopa, and pergolide.
Haloperidol may increase the side effects of bupropion, epinephrine, fluoxetine, lithium, methyldopa, trazodone, MAO inhibitors, and tricyclic antidepressants.
Before starting to take haloperidol, BE SURE TO TELL YOUR DOCTOR about any medications you are currently taking, especially any of those listed above.
Warnings :
Tell your doctor about unusual or allergic reactions you have had to any medications, especially to haloperidol or to any other medications that are used to treat mental illness.
Tell your doctor if you now have or ever had any blood disorders, blockage of the urinary tract, depression induced by drugs, enlarged prostate gland, epilepsy, glaucoma, heart or circulatory disease, kidney disease, liver disease, lung disease, mental depression, Parkinson's disease, peptic ulcers, or thyroid disease.
To prevent oversedation, avoid drinking alcoholic beverages while you are taking haloperidol.
If haloperidol makes you dizzy or drowsy, do not take part in any activity that requires alertness, such as driving a car or operating potentially dangerous machinery. Be careful on stairs, and avoid getting up suddenly from a lying or sitting position.
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