How often can HALDOL Decanoate be given?

How often can HALDOL Decanoate be given?

Haloperidol decanoate is usually administered monthly or every 4 weeks. However, variation in patient response may dictate a need for adjustment of the dosing interval as well as the dose (See CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY). Clinical experience with haloperidol decanoate at doses greater than 450 mg per month has been limited.

What is haloperidol injection used for?

Haloperidol injection is usually given as needed for agitation, motor tics, or verbal tics. If you still have symptoms after you receive your first dose, you may be given one or more additional doses. Haloperidol extended-release injection comes as a solution to be injected into a muscle by a healthcare provider.

Why is haloperidol given?

Haloperidol solution for injection is indicated in adult patients for: Rapid control of severe acute psychomotor agitation associated with psychotic disorder or manic episodes of bipolar I disorder when oral therapy is not appropriate. Acute treatment of delirium when non-pharmacological treatments have failed.

What are the side effects of haloperidol decanoate?

Dizziness, lightheadedness, drowsiness, difficulty urinating, trouble sleeping, headache, anxiety, and pain at the injection site may occur. If these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor or pharmacist promptly. Dizziness and lightheadedness can increase the risk of falling.

How long does Haldol decanoate stay in your system?

How Long Does Haldol Stay in Your System? Haldol (haloperidol) or Haldol Decanoate is a long-acting antipsychotic medication. The extended-release version of this drug is prepared in sesame oil, to provide slow and sustained release over a 4-week period. The half-life of the drug is approximately 3 weeks.

How many haloperidol can you take in a day?

Adults and children 13 years of age and older—At first, 0.5 to 5 milligrams (mg) 2 or 3 times a day. Your doctor may increase your dose if needed. However, the dose is usually not more than 100 mg per day.

Is haloperidol a sleeping pill?

Haloperidol is a medication used for treating people with psychosis that can be taken by mouth or injected. As well as being an antipsychotic (preventing psychosis), it also calms people down or helps them to sleep.

Is 5mg of Haldol a lot?

The recommended oral dose for schizophrenia is 0.5-5 mg two or three times daily up to a maximum dose of 30 mg daily. The lactate solution dose is 2-5 mg every 4-8 hours as needed by intramuscular injection.

What are the side effects of haloperidol?

Haloperidol may cause side effects. Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go away:

• dry mouth.
• increased saliva.
• blurred vision.
• loss of appetite.
• constipation.
• diarrhea.
• heartburn.
• nausea.