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Y4 - Pharmacology - Psychiatry > Haloperidol > Flashcards

Haloperidol Flashcards

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Mechanism of action

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Potent D2 blocker

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Indications

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  • Schizophrenia and schizoaffective disorder
  • Acute delirium
  • Moderate to severe manic episode
  • Persistent and aggresive psychotic symptoms in Alzheimers
  • Restlessness and confusion in palliative care
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Contraindications

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  • Prolonged QT interval
  • CNS depression
  • Recent myocaridal infarction
  • Hypokalaemia
  • Parkinsons disease
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