Haldol Decanoate 100 - Haloperidol Decanoate - Intramuscular Injection Brand Drug

General Information

• Below is miscellaneous information regarding Haldol Decanoate 100.
• Haldol
• hal-oh-PAIR-ih-doll deck-ah-NO-ate

Drug Compatibility Recommendations

• Tell your doctor of all medications you may use (both prescription and nonprescription), especially of.

Read Before Using Haldol Decanoate 100 (precautions)

• Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of.

Overdose

• If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
• Symptoms of overdose may include agitation, very dry mouth, unusual drowsiness or deep sleep, slow or shallow breathing, rapid or irregular pulse, and muscle weakness, rigidity, or tremor.

Usage Instructions

• This medication is injected into a muscle.
• It is not to be injected into a vein.
• This medication is the long-acting form of haloperidol and is usually administered once every 4 weeks.
• This medication must be used as prescribed.
• Do not stop using this drug suddenly without consulting your doctor.
• Some conditions may worsen if the medication is suddenly stopped.

What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose

• If you miss a dose, contact your doctor.
• Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.

Possible 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 your doctor promptly.
• Unlikely but report.

Medicinal Applications

• This medication is used to treat symptoms of certain types of mental conditions (for example, schizophrenia).

Haldol Decanoate 100 Miscellaneous Notes

• Do not share this medication with others.

Haldol Decanoate 100 Storage Instructions

• Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from moisture and sunlight.
• Do not refrigerate or freeze.