HALOPERIDOL

HALOPERIDOL

HALOPERIDOL
Class
	Anti Psychotic Medication.
Action
	Haloperidol blocks receptors for the neurotransmitters (specifically the dopamine and serotonin type 2 receptors) on the nerves. Haloperidol interferes with the effects of neurotransmitters in the brain which are the chemical messengers that nerves manufacture and release to communicate with one another.
Indications
	Medication to assist with sedation of agitated patients Chemical Restraint.
Contraindications
	Hypersensitivity Poorly controlled seizure disorder If patient had recent sedative medication. Severe CNS depression
Precaution
	Cardiac Patient with prolong Q-T interval Patient on Diuretic medication The elderly (over the age of 70). Prolonged QT
Side effects
	Severe dizziness, fainting. Restless muscle movements in your eyes, tongue, jaw, or neck; Convulsions. Tremor (uncontrolled shaking) Stiff (rigid) muscles Chest pain Slow/fast/irregular heartbeat Torsade de pointes.
Administration
Rout: IM	Onset: variable	Peak effect: 30-45 minutes	Duration: variable
Adult Dose:
	< 65 years: 5mg IM > 65 years: 2.5mg IM
Pediatric Dose:
	Injectable safety and effectiveness not established.