Haloperidol Lactate Oral - Haloperidol - Oral Generic Drug

General Information

• Below is miscellaneous information regarding Haloperidol Lactate Oral
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Haloperidol Lactate Oral Miscellaneous Notes

• Do not share this medication with others.

Haloperidol Lactate Oral Storage Instructions

• Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (between 15 and 30 degrees C) away from moisture and sunlight.
• Do not store in the bathroom.
• Do not freeze liquid forms of this medication.

Other Medicinal Applications

• This medication may also be used to prevent or treat nausea and vomiting due to cancer treatment.

Usage Instructions

• Take with food or milk if stomach upset occurs, unless directed otherwise by your doctor.
• The liquid concentrate form must be measured carefully and diluted with 4 ounces or more of water, milk, juice, or carbonated beverage or it can be mixed into applesauce or pudding.
• Do not dilute this with coffee, tea, colas or apple juice - the medication may lose effectiveness.
• Take immediately after diluting.
• This medication must be taken as prescribed.
• Do not stop taking this drug suddenly without consulting your doctor.
• Some conditions may worsen if the medication is suddenly stopped.
• It may take up to two weeks before the full effects of this medication are noted.

Possible Side Effects

• May cause drowsiness, dizziness, or blurred vision.
• Use caution performing tasks that require alertness.
• If any of these effects persist or worsen, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
• Other side effects include stomach upset, loss of appetite, headache, drooling, dry mouth, sweating, sleep disturbances or restlessness.
• These should subside as your body adjusts to the medication.
• Notify your doctor if you develop.

Read Before Using Haloperidol Lactate Oral (precautions)

• Before taking haloperidol, tell your doctor if you have the following.

Medicinal Applications

• Haloperidol is used to treat symptoms of certain types of mental conditions (for example, schizophrenia); to control movements or effects of Tourette's syndrome; or to control severe behavioral problems in children.

Drug Interactions

• Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription drugs you may use, 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.

What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose

• If you miss a dose, take as soon as remembered and take any remaining doses for that day at evenly spaced times.
• Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.