Halidol, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Schizophrenia. Secondary and off-label uses of Halidol have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Halidol depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Halidol can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Halidol go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Halidol has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Halidol's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Halidol related warnings section.
Halidol is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Depression, Arrhythmia, Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate) as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Halidol are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Halidol with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Halidol is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Halidol is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
Halidol should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Halidol unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Halidol habit forming or addictive?
Halidol does not cause addiction.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
