Haldol is a common brand name in the United States for the generic drug haloperidol; an older antipsychotic prescription medication used in the treatment of schizophrenia, some acute psychotic states, symptoms of Tourette disorder and delirium. Haldol, or its generic haloperidol, has also been used to treat pet birds and exotic fowl that obsessively pluck out their own feathers.
When treating cases of acute schizophrenia where the patient is incapable of adhering to a routine drug administering schedule, it may be necessary to use an injectable form of the drug which lasts four weeks between doses. This has proven helpful for patients who struggle with daily tasks of self-care.
In ideal conditions, this medication may help a patient think more clearly, feel less nervous, and to participate in daily life. It can also help prevent suicide by those who are likely to harm themselves. Most notably, Haldol has been proven to decrease negative thoughts and hallucinations. It also significantly reduces aggressive behavior and the impulse to hurt others.
In a hospital setting, Haldol is sometimes uses as a pharmacological restraint of violent patients or patients who are displaying dangerous tendencies and pose a threat to themselves and staff. Haldol is also used to help manage involuntary physical movements and uncontrolled verbal outbursts often attributed to Tourette disorder.
This medication may be used to prevent or treat nausea and vomiting due to cancer treatment. However, there appears to be a heightened risk of fatal side effects such as pneumonia and heart failure when Haldol is used on older adults with dementia.
Why this happens, is not entirely clear. However, as a result of these findings, FDA has not approved Haldol for the treatment of dementia. Guardians of elderly patients with dementia are encouraged to discuss this with the supervising doctor. There may be safer and more effective options available.
Haloperidol is also used for severe behavior problems in hyperactive children when other treatments or medications have failed. There is no recreational value in Haldol, nor is there any potential for abuse. At high doses, Haldol essentially shuts down the mind and makes a person passive. When abused, Haldol causes a chemically induced stupor.
Haldol is the branded form of an old medication, dating back to the 1950's. It was used to pacify angry black men in the 1960's and to punish Soviet Union political prisoners. Not long ago, in the early 21st Century it was used to sedate United States deportees.
When treating cases of acute schizophrenia where the patient is incapable of adhering to a routine drug administering schedule, it may be necessary to use an injectable form of the drug which lasts four weeks between doses. This has proven helpful for patients who struggle with daily tasks of self-care.
In ideal conditions, this medication may help a patient think more clearly, feel less nervous, and to participate in daily life. It can also help prevent suicide by those who are likely to harm themselves. Most notably, Haldol has been proven to decrease negative thoughts and hallucinations. It also significantly reduces aggressive behavior and the impulse to hurt others.
In a hospital setting, Haldol is sometimes uses as a pharmacological restraint of violent patients or patients who are displaying dangerous tendencies and pose a threat to themselves and staff. Haldol is also used to help manage involuntary physical movements and uncontrolled verbal outbursts often attributed to Tourette disorder.
This medication may be used to prevent or treat nausea and vomiting due to cancer treatment. However, there appears to be a heightened risk of fatal side effects such as pneumonia and heart failure when Haldol is used on older adults with dementia.
Why this happens, is not entirely clear. However, as a result of these findings, FDA has not approved Haldol for the treatment of dementia. Guardians of elderly patients with dementia are encouraged to discuss this with the supervising doctor. There may be safer and more effective options available.
Haloperidol is also used for severe behavior problems in hyperactive children when other treatments or medications have failed. There is no recreational value in Haldol, nor is there any potential for abuse. At high doses, Haldol essentially shuts down the mind and makes a person passive. When abused, Haldol causes a chemically induced stupor.
Haldol is the branded form of an old medication, dating back to the 1950's. It was used to pacify angry black men in the 1960's and to punish Soviet Union political prisoners. Not long ago, in the early 21st Century it was used to sedate United States deportees.
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The author writes extensively on the use of various treatments. For more materialabout Haldol and its side effects, drug interactions and precautions visit: Haldol Side Effects. For a better understanding of schizophrenia watch this video: The Face Of Schizophrenia.
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