Haloperidol
Description
Haloperidol is a potent antipsychotic medication primarily used to treat schizophrenia and other psychotic disorders. It belongs to a class of drugs known as typical antipsychotics, which work by blocking dopamine receptors in the brain. Haloperidol is effective in reducing psychotic symptoms like hallucinations, delusions, and disorganized thinking. It is typically administered orally, intravenously, or intramuscularly. However, like other antipsychotics, it can cause side effects, including extrapyramidal symptoms (EPS) such as tremors, muscle stiffness, and restlessness.
Associated Diseases
- Schizophrenia
- Bipolar disorder
- Tourette‘s syndrome
- Acute psychosis
- Delirium
- Agitation and aggression
- Severe behavioral disorders
Did you know?
Haloperidol was first synthesized in 1958 and was initially marketed under the brand name Haldol.
