5 mg \/ ml injection solution
haloperidol<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The name of your medicine is Haldol.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Haldol contains the active substance haloperidol. It belongs to a group of drugs called “antipsychotic drugs”.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Haldol is used for adults with diseases that affect how they think, feel, and behaves. These include mental health problems (such as schizophrenia and bipolar disorder ) as well as behavioral problems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
These diseases can cause you to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Haldol is also used in adults:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Haldol can be used alone or in combination with other medicines and is sometimes used when other medicines or treatments have not worked, given unacceptable side effects, or can not be taken by mouth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Haloperidol contained in Haldol may also be approved for the treatment of other conditions not mentioned in this product information. Ask your doctor, pharmacist, or other healthcare professional if you have any further questions, and always follow their instructions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This medicine should not be used in any of the above apply to you. If you have any further questions, ask your doctor, pharmacist, or nurse before taking Haldol.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Serious side effects are<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Haldol can cause problems with the heart, problems with control of body movements or movements in the arms and legs, and a serious side effect called “malignant neuroleptic syndrome”. It can also cause severe allergic reactions and blood clots. You must be aware that serious side effects can occur when you take Haldol, as you may need immediate medical attention. See “Beware of serious side effects” in section 4.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Elderly people and people with dementia<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n A small increase in deaths and strokes has been reported in elderly people with dementia taking antipsychotic drugs. Talk to your doctor before receiving Haldol if you are older, especially if you have dementia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Talk to your doctor if you have:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n You may need to go through thorough checks and the amount of Haldol you may need may change.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you are not sure if any of the above applies to you, talk to your doctor or nurse before taking Haldol.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Medicinal studies<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Your doctor may perform an electrocardiogram ( ECG ) before or during your treatment with Haldol. ECG measures the electrical activity of your heart.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Blood tests<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Your doctor may check your potassium or magnesium (or other “electrolyte”) levels in your blood before and during your treatment with Haldol.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Haldol should not be used in children and adolescents under 18 years of age. This is because it has not been studied in these age groups.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Tell your doctor, pharmacist, or nurse if you have recently taken, or might take any other medicines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Do not use Haldol if you are taking special medicines for:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Tell your doctor if you are taking bepridil (for chest pain or to lower your blood pressure ) or methadone (for painkillers or to treat drug addiction).<\/p>\n\n\n\n These medicines may increase the risk of heart problems, so talk to your doctor if you are taking any of these and do not use Haldol (see “Do not use Haldol”).<\/p>\n\n\n\n Special care may be needed if you use lithium and Haldol at the same time.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Tell your doctor immediately and stop taking both medicines if you suffer from:<\/p>\n\n\n\n These are signs of a serious illness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Some medicines may affect the way Haldol works or increase the risk of heart problems.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Tell your doctor if you are taking:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Also tell your doctor if you are taking any other medicines to lower your blood pressure, such as diuretics ( diuretics ).<\/p>\n\n\n\n Your doctor may need to change your dose of Haldol if you are taking any of these medicines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Haldol may affect the way the following medicines work<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Tell your doctor if you are taking the following medicines:<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you drink alcohol while using Haldol, you may feel sleepy and less alert. This means that you should be careful about how much alcohol you drink. Talk to your doctor about drinking alcohol while using Haldol, and let your doctor know how much you drink.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Pregnancy –<\/strong> if you are pregnant, think you may be pregnant, or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor for advice. Your doctor may advise you not to use Haldol while you are pregnant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n In newborns whose mothers have used Haldol during the last 3 months of pregnancy (the last trimester), the following problems may occur:<\/p>\n\n\n\n It is unknown how often these problems occur. If you used Haldol when you were pregnant and your baby gets any of these side effects, talk to your doctor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Breast-feeding<\/strong> – Tell your doctor if you are breastfeeding or planning to breastfeed. The reason for this is that small amounts of the drug can pass into the breast milk and on to the baby. Your doctor will discuss the risks and benefits of breastfeeding when you use Haldol.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Fertility<\/strong> – Haldol can increase your levels of the hormone “prolactin”, which can affect male and female fertility. Talk to your doctor if you have any questions about this.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Haldol may affect your ability to drive and use tools or machines. Side effects such as drowsiness can affect your attention, especially at the beginning of drug treatment or after a high dose. Do not drive or use any tools or machines without first discussing this with your doctor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n You are responsible for assessing whether you are fit to drive a motor vehicle or perform work that requires sharpened attention. One of the factors that can affect your ability in these respects is the use of drugs due to their effects and\/or side effects. Descriptions of these effects and side effects can be found in other sections. Read all the information in this leaflet for guidance. If you are not sure, talk to your doctor or pharmacist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n How much medicine you should get<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Your doctor will decide how much Haldol you need and for how long. It may take some time before you feel the full effect of the medicine. Your doctor will usually give a low dose at the beginning and then adjust the dose to suit you. Your dose of haloperidol will depend on:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Adults<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Elderly<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n How Haldol is given<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n You will receive Haldol from a doctor or nurse. It should be used intramuscularly and given as an injection into a muscle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A doctor or nurse will give you the medicine so you are not likely to miss a dose or get too much. If you are worried, talk to your doctor or nurse.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you have ingested too much medicine or if e.g. If a child has ingested the medicine by mistake, contact a doctor, hospital, or the Poison Information Center for risk assessment and advice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Unless your doctor decides otherwise, Haldol treatment will be stopped gradually. If you suddenly stop treatment, you may experience symptoms such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Always follow your doctor’s instructions carefully.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you have any further questions on the use of this product, ask your doctor, pharmacist or nurse.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Like all medicines, this medicine can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Look out for serious side effects are<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Tell a doctor or nurse immediately if you experience any of the following. You may need immediate medical attention.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Heart problems<\/strong> :<\/p>\n\n\n\n Heart problems are less common in people taking Haldol (may affect up to 1 in 100 people). Sudden death has occurred in patients using this medicine, but it is unknown how often these deaths occur. Cardiac arrest (the heart stops beating) has occurred in people taking antipsychotic drugs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A serious problem called “malignant neuroleptic syndrome”<\/strong> . This causes high fever, severe muscle stiffness, confusion and unconsciousness. It is rare in people who get Haldol (may affect up to 1 in 1,000 people).<\/p>\n\n\n\n Problems with controlling body movements or movements in the arms and legs (extrapyramidal side effects )<\/strong> , such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Severe allergic reaction<\/strong> which may include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Allergic reactions are less common in people receiving Haldol (may affect up to 1 in 100 people).<\/p>\n\n\n\n Blood clots in veins, especially in the legs<\/strong> (deep vein thrombosis or DVT). These have been reported in people taking antipsychotic drugs. Signs of DVT in the leg include swelling, pain and redness in the leg, but the blood clot can move to the lungs and cause chest pain and difficulty breathing. Blood clots can be very serious, so tell your doctor immediately if you get any of these problems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Tell your doctor immediately if you get any of the serious side effects described above.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Other side effects are<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Tell your doctor if you have or suspect you may have any of the following side effects .<\/p>\n\n\n\n Very common<\/strong> (may affect more than 1 in 10 people):<\/p>\n\n\n\n Common<\/strong> (may affect up to 1 in 10 people):<\/p>\n\n\n\n Uncommon<\/strong> (may affect up to 1 in 100 people):<\/p>\n\n\n\n Rare<\/strong> (may affect up to 1 in 1,000 people):<\/p>\n\n\n\n The following side effects have also been reported but it is unknown how often they occur:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Reporting of side effects<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor, pharmacist or nurse. This also applies to any side effects not mentioned in this information. You can also report side effects directly to the Medical Products Agency. By reporting side effects, you can help increase drug safety information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the label and carton (after EXP). The expiration date is the last day of the specified month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Store in the original package. Sensitive to light.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines no longer required. These measures will help to protect the environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The active substance is haloperidol . One ml of solution for injection contains 5 mg of haloperidol .<\/p>\n\n\n\n The other ingredients are: lactic acid , water for injections.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Haldol is a clear, colorless solution without visible particles. It is supplied in amber glass ampoules containing 1 ml solution in pack sizes of 1, 5, 30 (3 packs of 10) or 50 (10 packs of 5) ampoules .<\/p>\n\n\n\n Not all pack sizes may be marketed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Janssen-Cilag AB<\/p>\n\n\n\n Box 4042<\/p>\n\n\n\n 169 04 Solna<\/p>\n\n\n\n Tel: +46 8 626 50 00<\/p>\n\n\n\n Manufacturer<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n GlaxoSmithKline Manufacturing SpA, Strada Provinciale Asolana N. 90 (loc. San Polo), 43056 Torrile, Parma, Italy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Janssen Pharmaceutica NV, 30 Turnhoutseweg, 2340 Beerse, Belgium.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Haldol contains the active substance haloperidol. 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Other medicines and Haldol<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Haldol and alcohol<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Pregnancy, breastfeeding and fertility<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Driving and using machines<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
3. How to use Haldol<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
If you miss a dose or get too much Haldol<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
If you stop using Haldol<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
4. Possible side effects<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
5. How to store Haldol<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
6. Contents of the packaging and other information<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Content declaration<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
What the medicine looks like and contents of the pack<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Marketing Authorisation Holder<\/h2>\n\n\n\n