Question 1

What is Haloperidol used for?

Accepted Answer

Mental illness (madness/psychosis), severe agitation, hallucinations (seeing or hearing things that are not there), uncontrollable body movements, severe vomiting that does not respond to other medicines

Question 2

How do you take Haloperidol?

Accepted Answer

Adults usually start with 0.5 mg to 5 mg taken by mouth 2 to 3 times a day, depending on how serious the condition is. Your doctor will adjust the dose for you — do not increase it on your own. You can take it with or without food, but taking it with food may reduce stomach upset. Swallow the tablet whole with water.

Question 3

What are the side effects of Haloperidol?

Accepted Answer

Feeling sleepy or drowsy, stiffness or trembling of the body (like shaking hands), restlessness or inability to sit still, dizziness, dry mouth

Question 4

Who should not take Haloperidol?

Accepted Answer

People who are allergic to haloperidol, people with Parkinson's disease, people in a coma or deeply unconscious state, people with severe heart problems, and those who have had a condition called neuroleptic malignant syndrome before.

Question 5

Is Haloperidol safe during pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

Haloperidol is not safe during pregnancy and breastfeeding unless your doctor specifically says the benefit outweighs the risk — always consult your doctor before taking it if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding.

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