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HALOPERIDOL, 5mg/ml, 1ml, amp.

https://medicalguidelines.msf.org/en/node/804
https://unicat.msf.org/cat/product/11700
STD DINJHALP5A-

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HALOPERIDOL

Therapeutic Action

Antipsychotic (neuroleptic)

Indications

Acute confusional state (delirium) and acute alcohol intoxication

Agitation or aggressive behaviour in patients with acute or chronic psychosis, in association with promethazine

Instructions for use

Must be given as IM injection.

It is recommended to order biperiden (or trihexyphenidyl) together with haloperidol, to be given in the event of extrapyramidal disorders.

In some countries, haloperidol is on the list of narcotics: follow national regulations (Cf Introduction: Narcotic and psychotropic medicines under international control)

Precautions for Use

Do not administer in patients with cardiac disorders, dementia, Parkinson's disease and history of neuroleptic malignant syndrome.

Administer with caution and carefully monitor use in elderly patients and patients with hypokalaemia, hypotension, hyperthyroidism, renal or hepatic impairment, history of seizures.

Do not confuse with haloperidol decanoate (long-acting) used in the treatment of chronic psychotic disorders after stabilisation with oral treatment.

Storage

Below 25ºC - Protect from sunlight