Subsequent injections are monthly.
Haloperidol decanoate is a long-acting form of psychiatric medication (antipsychotic-type) that works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances (neurotransmitters) in the brain. The usual maintenance range is 10 to 15 times the previous daily dose in oral haloperidol equivalents dependent on the clinical response of the patient.Close clinical supervision is required during initiation and stabilization of haloperidol decanoate therapy. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or at www.fda.gov/medwatch.In Canada - Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects.
Discuss the risks and benefits of this medication, as well as other effective and possibly safer treatments for dementia-related behavior problems, with the doctor.Haloperidol decanoate is used for long-term treatment of a certain mental/mood disorder (schizophrenia).
Other Uses.
Talk to your doctor about using haloperidol decanoate safely.This drug may make you dizzy or drowsy. 20, Issue. This product may contain inactive ingredients (such as sesame oil), which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.Drug interactions may change how your medications work or increase your risk for serious side effects. Reassess treatment every 6–12 months.2–10 mg daily in 1–2 divided doses, dose adjusted according to response at intervals of 1–3 days.Initially, use half the lowest adult dose, then adjust gradually according to response up to maximum 5 mg daily, doses above 5 mg daily should only be considered in patients who have tolerated higher doses and after reassessment of the individual benefit-risk.2–5 mg, dose may be repeated hourly if required; maximum 10 mg per day.Initially 1 mg, dose may be repeated hourly if required up to maximum 5 mg daily, doses above 5 mg daily should only be considered in patients who have tolerated higher doses and after reassessment of the individual benefit-risk.When prescribing, dispensing or administering, check that this injection is the correct preparation—this preparation is usually used in hospital for the rapid control of an Dose adjustment might be necessary if smoking started or stopped during treatment.Manufacturer advises it is preferable to avoid—moderate amount of data indicate no malformative or fetal/neonatal toxicity, however there are isolated case reports of birth defects following fetal exposure, mostly in combination with other drugs; reproductive toxicity shown in Manufacturer advises halve initial dose and then adjust if necessary with smaller increments and at longer intervals.Manufacturer advises consider lower initial dose in severe impairment and then adjust if necessary with smaller increments and at longer intervals.Manufacturer advises monitor electrolytes before treatment initiation and periodically during treatment.Manufacturer advises perform ECG before treatment initiation and assess need for further ECGs during treatment on an individual basis; continuous ECG monitoring is recommended for repeated For further information on the use of haloperidol in palliative care, see There can be variation in the licensing of different medicines containing the same drug.Forms available from special-order manufacturers include: oral suspension, oral solution Haloperidol is metabolised in the liver and excreted in the urine and faeces. DO NOT ADMINISTER INTRAVENOUSLY. 2–5 mg, dose may be repeated hourly if required; maximum 10 mg per day. It should be noted however, that the pharmacokinetics of haloperidol decanoate following intramuscular injections can be quite variable between subjects.
This information is not individual medical advice and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Haloperidol decanoate plasma concentrations peak approximately 6 days after the injection. Available for Android and iOS devices. Otherwise, call a poison control center right away. Available for Android and iOS devices. Before using this medicine, consult your doctor or pharmacist if you have:Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of:Haloperidol decanoate may cause a condition that affects the heart rhythm (QT prolongation). Reassess treatment every 6–12 months.Initially, use half the lowest adult dose, then adjust gradually according to response up to maximum 5 mg daily. Tardive dyskinesia Therefore, before using haloperidol, report all medications you are currently using to your doctor or pharmacist.Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking other products that cause drowsiness such as opioid pain or cough relievers (such as codeine, hydrocodone), alcohol, marijuana (cannabis), drugs for sleep or anxiety (such as alprazolam, lorazepam, zolpidem), muscle relaxants (such as carisoprodol, cyclobenzaprine), or antihistamines (such as cetirizine, diphenhydramine).Check the labels on all your medicines (such as allergy or cough-and-cold products) because they may contain ingredients that cause drowsiness.
recommended that the initial dose of haloperidol decanoate be 10-15 times the previous daily dose in oral haldol equivalents.
Talk to your doctor if you are using marijuana (cannabis).Before having surgery, be sure to tell your doctor or dentist that you are using haloperidol.This medication can reduce sweating, making you more likely to get heatstroke. The preferred approach to determining the minimum effective dose is to begin with lower initial doses and to adjust the dose upward as needed. Your dosage is based on your condition and response to therapy.This medication takes a while to start working, so you will need to continue to take your other medication by mouth until your doctor tells you to stop.This medication must be used as prescribed.
Some conditions may worsen if the medication is suddenly stopped.Inform your doctor if your symptoms do not improve or if they worsen.Dizziness, lightheadedness, drowsiness, difficulty urinating, trouble sleeping, headache, anxiety, and pain at the injection site may occur.
Haloperidol decanoate is a long-acting form of psychiatric medication (antipsychotic-type) that works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances (neurotransmitters) in the brain. The usual maintenance range is 10 to 15 times the previous daily dose in oral haloperidol equivalents dependent on the clinical response of the patient.Close clinical supervision is required during initiation and stabilization of haloperidol decanoate therapy. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or at www.fda.gov/medwatch.In Canada - Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects.
Discuss the risks and benefits of this medication, as well as other effective and possibly safer treatments for dementia-related behavior problems, with the doctor.Haloperidol decanoate is used for long-term treatment of a certain mental/mood disorder (schizophrenia).
Other Uses.
Talk to your doctor about using haloperidol decanoate safely.This drug may make you dizzy or drowsy. 20, Issue. This product may contain inactive ingredients (such as sesame oil), which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.Drug interactions may change how your medications work or increase your risk for serious side effects. Reassess treatment every 6–12 months.2–10 mg daily in 1–2 divided doses, dose adjusted according to response at intervals of 1–3 days.Initially, use half the lowest adult dose, then adjust gradually according to response up to maximum 5 mg daily, doses above 5 mg daily should only be considered in patients who have tolerated higher doses and after reassessment of the individual benefit-risk.2–5 mg, dose may be repeated hourly if required; maximum 10 mg per day.Initially 1 mg, dose may be repeated hourly if required up to maximum 5 mg daily, doses above 5 mg daily should only be considered in patients who have tolerated higher doses and after reassessment of the individual benefit-risk.When prescribing, dispensing or administering, check that this injection is the correct preparation—this preparation is usually used in hospital for the rapid control of an Dose adjustment might be necessary if smoking started or stopped during treatment.Manufacturer advises it is preferable to avoid—moderate amount of data indicate no malformative or fetal/neonatal toxicity, however there are isolated case reports of birth defects following fetal exposure, mostly in combination with other drugs; reproductive toxicity shown in Manufacturer advises halve initial dose and then adjust if necessary with smaller increments and at longer intervals.Manufacturer advises consider lower initial dose in severe impairment and then adjust if necessary with smaller increments and at longer intervals.Manufacturer advises monitor electrolytes before treatment initiation and periodically during treatment.Manufacturer advises perform ECG before treatment initiation and assess need for further ECGs during treatment on an individual basis; continuous ECG monitoring is recommended for repeated For further information on the use of haloperidol in palliative care, see There can be variation in the licensing of different medicines containing the same drug.Forms available from special-order manufacturers include: oral suspension, oral solution Haloperidol is metabolised in the liver and excreted in the urine and faeces. DO NOT ADMINISTER INTRAVENOUSLY. 2–5 mg, dose may be repeated hourly if required; maximum 10 mg per day. It should be noted however, that the pharmacokinetics of haloperidol decanoate following intramuscular injections can be quite variable between subjects.
This information is not individual medical advice and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Haloperidol decanoate plasma concentrations peak approximately 6 days after the injection. Available for Android and iOS devices. Otherwise, call a poison control center right away. Available for Android and iOS devices. Before using this medicine, consult your doctor or pharmacist if you have:Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of:Haloperidol decanoate may cause a condition that affects the heart rhythm (QT prolongation). Reassess treatment every 6–12 months.Initially, use half the lowest adult dose, then adjust gradually according to response up to maximum 5 mg daily. Tardive dyskinesia Therefore, before using haloperidol, report all medications you are currently using to your doctor or pharmacist.Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking other products that cause drowsiness such as opioid pain or cough relievers (such as codeine, hydrocodone), alcohol, marijuana (cannabis), drugs for sleep or anxiety (such as alprazolam, lorazepam, zolpidem), muscle relaxants (such as carisoprodol, cyclobenzaprine), or antihistamines (such as cetirizine, diphenhydramine).Check the labels on all your medicines (such as allergy or cough-and-cold products) because they may contain ingredients that cause drowsiness.
recommended that the initial dose of haloperidol decanoate be 10-15 times the previous daily dose in oral haldol equivalents.
Talk to your doctor if you are using marijuana (cannabis).Before having surgery, be sure to tell your doctor or dentist that you are using haloperidol.This medication can reduce sweating, making you more likely to get heatstroke. The preferred approach to determining the minimum effective dose is to begin with lower initial doses and to adjust the dose upward as needed. Your dosage is based on your condition and response to therapy.This medication takes a while to start working, so you will need to continue to take your other medication by mouth until your doctor tells you to stop.This medication must be used as prescribed.
Some conditions may worsen if the medication is suddenly stopped.Inform your doctor if your symptoms do not improve or if they worsen.Dizziness, lightheadedness, drowsiness, difficulty urinating, trouble sleeping, headache, anxiety, and pain at the injection site may occur.