Haldol Decanoate 50 - Haloperidol Decanoate - Intramuscular Injection Brand Drug

General Information

• Below is miscellaneous information regarding Haldol Decanoate 50.
• Haldol
• hal-oh-PAIR-ih-doll deck-ah-NO-ate

Medicinal Applications

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

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.

Drug Compatibility Recommendations

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

Haldol Decanoate 50 Miscellaneous Notes

• Do not share this medication with others.

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.

Haldol Decanoate 50 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.

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.

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.

Read Before Using Haldol Decanoate 50 (precautions)

• Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of.