What is liquid Haldol used for?

What is liquid Haldol used for?

Haloperidol is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (e.g., schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorders). This medicine helps you to think more clearly, feel less nervous, and take part in everyday life. It can also help prevent suicide in people who are likely to harm themselves.

Is there a liquid form of Haldol?

HALDOL oral solution in a bottle with an oral syringe is intended to be used for single doses of 0.5 mg haloperidol and above (equivalent to 0.25 ml and above).

How fast does liquid Haldol work?

It may be used by mouth or injection into a muscle or a vein. Haloperidol typically works within 30 to 60 minutes.

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Can you take Haldol every day?

Do not stop taking haloperidol or change your dose without talking to with your healthcare provider first. For haloperidol to work properly, it should be taken every day as ordered by your healthcare provider.

How do you administer liquid Haldol?

For patients taking the liquid form of this medicine: This medicine is to be taken by mouth and it comes in a dropper bottle. Each dose is to be measured with the specially marked dropper provided with your bottle. Do not use other droppers since they may not deliver the correct amount of medicine.

Can haloperidol be crushed?

Take this drug with food to help prevent upset stomach. You can cut or crush the tablet.

How do you dilute haloperidol?

Administer slowly over 1-2 minutes or as a bolus, undiluted or diluted in 5-10ml of normal saline. Undiluted solution may discolour if exposed to light.

How much is too much Haldol?

Maximum dosage: 100 mg per day.