Haldoperidol (Haldol) Flashcards
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Haloperidol (Haldol) dose for rapid tranquilization
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2.5-10 mg IV/IM may repeat every hour as needed
2
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Haloperidol (Haldol) indications
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- Psychotic disorders
- Acute behavioral disturbances or agitation
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Haloperidol contraindications
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- Parkinsons
- delirium
- malignant hyperthermia
- intoxication w/ amphetamines or related
- prolonged QTc intervals
4
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Haloperidol (Haldol) class
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Butyrophenone (typical) Antipsychotic
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Haloperidol (Haldol) kinetics
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Onset: 20 mins
Duration: 2-6hrs
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Haloperidol (Haldol) adverse effects
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- Hyperthermia
- muscle rigidity
- hypotension
- seizures
- Prolonged QTc intervals
7
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Haloperidol (Haldol) acts as an {agonist or antigonist} at which receptor sites?
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Haldol acts as an antagonist at dopamine receptors sites
8
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Haldol binds with high affinity to which receptors in the brain?
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The Dopamine D1 and D2 receptors in the brain
