Holperidol (Haldol) Flashcards

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Pharm. And Action

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Antipsychotic; Haloperidol has pharmacological properties similar to those of phenothiazines; The drug is thought to block dopamine (type 2) receptors in the brain, altering mood or behavior

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Indications

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Acute psychotic episodes; Emergency sedation of a severely agitated or delirious patient

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Contraindications

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CNS depression; coma; hypersensitivity to drug; pregnancy; severe liver or cardiac disease

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Administration

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Adult dose- 2-5 mg IM or 1-5 mg IV; pediatric dose 0.5 mg IM

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Side Effects and Special Notes

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Dose-related extrapyramidal reactions; Hypotension; Orthostatic hypotension; N/V; Allergic reaction; Blurred vision

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Class

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