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Haloperidol

Haloperidol is a typical antipsychotic from the class of butyrophenones, which primarily acts as a dopamine D2 receptor antagonist. It is mainly used for the treatment of schizophrenia and acute psychotic states. Side effects may include extrapyramidal symptoms and sedation. Due to its pharmacological profile, it is effective in controlling the positive symptoms of psychotic disorders.

Antipsychotika

Mechanism of Action

D2 receptor antagonist

Detailed mechanism of action

Names / Identifiers

IUPAC: Haloperidol

haloperidol

52-86-8

Serenace

Aloperidin

Eukystol

Serenase

Serenelfi

Linton

Brotopon

Dozic

Effects

Antipsychotisch

Sedierend

Neuroleptisch

Angstlösend

Antiemetisch

Extrapyramidale Symptome

Kognitive Beeinträchtigung

Effects described from scientific sources. Individual experiences vary.

Dosage

Safety NoteIndividual variation, start at a low dose, no medical advice.

Individual sensitivity varies. Not a dosage recommendation.

Duration

Peak2-6 hours

NotesDuration of action may vary depending on individual response.

Onset30-60 minutes

Total24 hours

After EffectsVariable, may last several hours to days.

Risks & Warnings

Warnings

Known hypersensitivity to Haloperidol.
Parkinson's disease.
Acute dystonia.

Known Risks

medium
Mögliche Nebenwirkungen umfassen extrapyramidale Symptome, Sedierung und Gewichtszunahme.

Safer Use

Regular medical monitoring.
Slow dose adjustment.
Inform about possible side effects.

Harm reduction tips do not replace medical advice.

Known Interactions

Increased sedative effect when taken concurrently with alcohol or other sedative substances.

This list is not exhaustive. Interactions can have unpredictable effects.

Legal Status

ATVerschreibungspflichtig

CHVerschreibungspflichtig

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NotesIn vielen Ländern ist Haloperidol aufgrund seiner Anwendung in der Psychiatrie reguliert.

Not legal advice. Status may change.