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Haldol (active ingredient: haloperidol) is a prescription medication used to treat certain mental health and neurological conditions. It helps reduce symptoms by affecting the activity of specific brain chemicals involved in thinking, behavior, and movement.
Haldol is approved for the treatment of the following conditions:
Haldol is used to manage the symptoms of psychotic disorders, including schizophrenia and schizoaffective disorder.
Psychotic disorders affect the way a person thinks, feels, and perceives reality. Symptoms may include:
By reducing these symptoms, Haldol can help improve clear thinking, reduce agitation, and make it easier to function in daily life.
Haldol is also used to treat severe tics associated with Tourette syndrome, particularly when symptoms significantly interfere with daily activities and other treatments have not been effective.
Tourette syndrome is a neurological disorder characterized by repeated, involuntary movements or sounds called tics. These may include:
Haldol helps reduce the frequency and severity of these motor and vocal tics, improving quality of life for some people.
Haldol belongs to a group of medications called typical (first-generation) antipsychotics.
It works by blocking dopamine receptors in the brain. Dopamine is a natural chemical (neurotransmitter) that helps regulate mood, thinking, behavior, and movement. In some mental health conditions, excessive dopamine activity is believed to contribute to symptoms such as hallucinations, delusions, agitation, and abnormal movements.
By reducing the effects of dopamine, Haldol may help:
Haldol does not cure schizophrenia, Tourette syndrome, or other psychotic disorders, but it can help manage symptoms and improve daily functioning when taken consistently as prescribed.
Some people may notice improvements within a few days, while the full benefits may take several weeks. Continue taking Haldol exactly as prescribed, even if you begin to feel better, unless your healthcare provider instructs you to stop.
Haldol is available as an oral tablet that should be taken exactly as prescribed by your healthcare provider.
The tablets may be taken with or without food. Haldol is typically taken two or three times a day, depending on your condition and the dose prescribed by your healthcare provider.
Try to take your doses at the same times each day to help maintain a consistent level of medication in your body and to help you remember to take it.
Follow the directions on your prescription label carefully. If you have any questions about how to take Haldol, ask your healthcare provider or pharmacist for clarification.
Do not take more or less than the prescribed dose, and do not take it more often than directed. Taking more than the recommended dose can increase your risk of serious side effects.
Your healthcare provider may start you on a low dose and gradually increase it based on your symptoms, your response to treatment, and any side effects you experience.
Haldol (Haloperidol) is available in the following forms and strength:
Before taking Haldol, tell your healthcare provider about your complete medical history, including any allergies, medical conditions, and all medications you are taking. This helps ensure the medication is safe and appropriate for you.
If you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding, tell your healthcare provider before taking Haldol.
Using Haldol during the last few months of pregnancy may cause symptoms in newborn babies after birth, including:
Your healthcare provider will carefully weigh the potential benefits and risks before recommending Haldol during pregnancy. If you become pregnant while taking this medication, contact your healthcare provider promptly.
Haldol may cause:
Until you know how Haldol affects you, do not drive, operate machinery, or perform activities that require alertness or clear thinking.
Alcohol and other medications that cause drowsiness may increase these effects.
Do not take Haldol if you are allergic to haloperidol or any of the ingredients in the medication.
Tell your healthcare provider if you have had an allergic reaction to haloperidol or any other medication.
Seek emergency medical attention immediately if you develop signs of a serious allergic reaction, including:
Children may be more sensitive to the side effects of Haldol, particularly movement-related side effects (extrapyramidal symptoms).
These may include:
Children receiving Haldol should be monitored closely by their healthcare provider for these side effects.
Tell your healthcare provider or dentist that you are taking Haldol before any surgery or dental procedure.
Haldol may interact with certain medications used during surgery or anesthesia. Be sure to provide your healthcare team with a complete list of all prescription medications, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements you are taking.
Haldol may interact with many medications, including those that affect heart rhythm, cause drowsiness, or act on the central nervous system.
Before starting Haldol, tell your healthcare provider about all prescription medications, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements you are taking. Your healthcare provider or pharmacist can check for potential drug interactions and determine whether any changes to your treatment are needed.
Haldol is available in several forms, including oral tablets, oral liquid, short-acting intramuscular (IM) injections, and long-acting depot injections. Your healthcare provider will choose the most appropriate formulation based on your condition and treatment needs.
The dose of Haldol varies depending on the condition being treated, the severity of your symptoms, your age, and how you respond to treatment. Most adults start with a low dose, which may be gradually increased if needed. For many conditions, the total daily dose ranges from 2 mg to 20 mg, divided into one or more doses as directed by your healthcare provider.
The maximum recommended oral dose of Haldol is generally 20 mg per day. Your healthcare provider will prescribe the lowest effective dose needed to control your symptoms while minimizing the risk of side effects.
Yes. Several other antipsychotic medications are available to treat conditions such as schizophrenia and other psychotic disorders. Examples include chlorpromazine, perphenazine, fluphenazine, thioridazine, and loxapine. Your healthcare provider will determine which medication is most appropriate based on your medical history, symptoms, and treatment goals.
Some people may notice a calming effect or improvement in agitation within 1 to 2 hours after taking Haldol. However, improvement in symptoms such as hallucinations, delusions, or disorganized thinking may take several days to a few weeks. Continue taking Haldol exactly as prescribed, even if you do not notice immediate improvement.
Long-term use of Haldol may increase the risk of certain side effects, including tardive dyskinesia, a condition that causes involuntary movements of the face, tongue, or other parts of the body. Long-term treatment may also increase the risk of metabolic changes, such as elevated blood sugar, and, in some people, cardiovascular complications, including stroke, particularly in older adults with dementia-related psychosis. Your healthcare provider will monitor you regularly during treatment to help detect and manage any long-term side effects.
| Generic name: | Haloperidol |
|---|---|
| Formulation: | Tablet |
| Strength(s): | 0.5mg, 1mg, 2mg, 5mg, 10mg |
| Quantities Available: | 100 |
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When ordering Haldol (haloperidol) from a Canadian pharmacy, you can typically purchase up to a 90-day supply at one time, which is common for prescription medications to ensure adequate management of chronic conditions without frequent refills.
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Dosage and Quantity: Haldol is available in various dosages, typically ranging from 0.5 mg to 10 mg per tablet. The specific dosage and quantity will depend on your healthcare provider’s prescription.
For example, if you are prescribed 5 mg tablets and instructed to take it twice daily, for a 90-day supply, you would order 180 tablets (90 days x 2 tablets per day).
Yes, we sell haloperidol! You can enjoy low prices on your medication by ordering from our website. To place an order, you will need a valid prescription from your healthcare provider, which we require to dispense the medication safely and accurately. You can submit your prescription by mail, fax, or by uploading it through your online account.
Yes, we ship Haldol (haloperidol) to both the United States and Puerto Rico.
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