How do you give HALDOL Decanoate?
HALDOL Decanoate 50 and HALDOL Decanoate 100 should be administered by deep intramuscular injection. A 21 gauge needle is recommended. The maximum volume per injection site should not exceed 3 mL. DO NOT ADMINISTER INTRAVENOUSLY.
What is haloperidol decanoate 100mg?
Haloperidol decanoate is used for long-term treatment of a certain mental/mood disorder (schizophrenia). It may be used in people who have trouble remembering to take medication every day. This medicine helps you to think more clearly, feel less nervous, and take part in everyday life.
How many ml is Haldol?
Adjustments to the dose may be made every 1 to 3 days. Oral solution: HALDOL oral solution in a bottle with an oral syringe is intended to be used for single doses of 0.5 mg haloperidol and above (equivalent to 0.25 ml and above)….Hide table of contents.
| mg haloperidol | ml HALDOL (bottle with oral syringe) |
|---|---|
| 20 mg | 10 ml |
Can haloperidol decanoate be given in deltoid?
Deltoid or gluteal injections are both possible; the site can be chosen based on patient preference. Alternate sites and use appropriate needles for deep intramuscular injection. Do not inject more than 3 cc volume per injection site.
What does Haldol do to a normal person?
Haloperidol is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (e.g., schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorders). This medicine helps you to think more clearly, feel less nervous, and take part in everyday life. It can also help prevent suicide in people who are likely to harm themselves.
How much is too much Haldol?
Maximum dosage: 100 mg per day.
How do you dilute haloperidol?
Haloperidol IV, IM, PO Administer slowly over 1-2 minutes or as a bolus, undiluted or diluted in 5-10ml of normal saline. Undiluted solution may discolour if exposed to light.
What is Haldol decanoate used for?