₨ 70.00
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CARA-DOL 5mg Tablet 10x10s
- Does this requires a prescription ? Yes
- Generic Name: Haloperidol:5mg
- Manufactured by : CARAWAY PHARMACEUTICALS
- Drug Strength : 5mg
- Drug Form : Tablet
- Pack Size : 10x10s
- Product SKU : dis_34528
Haloperidol:5mg | Drugs used in psychotic disorder
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Manufactured / Marketed By : Caraway Product Form : TabletPack Size : 10×10sIngredients : Haloperidol:5mgGeneric Category : Drugs used in psychotic disorder
How it works
CARA-DOL 5mg Tablet 10x10s is in a group of medications called conventional antipsychotics. It works by decreasing abnormal excitement in the brain.
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for CARA-DOL 5mg Tablet 10x10s
- Difficulty in swallowing severe
- Loss of balance control severe
- Muscle spasm severe
- Twisting of body parts severe
- Shaking of hands or feet severe
- Skin rash severe
- Dizziness severe
- Convulsions (seizures) severe
- Fast heartbeat severe
- Blurred vision
- Constipation
- Weight gain
Uses of CARA-DOL 5mg Tablet 10x10s
What is it prescribed for?
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Schizophrenia
Haloperidol is used in the treatment of Schizophrenia which is a brain disorder characterized by delusions, hallucinations, reduced speaking.
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Tourette Syndrome
This medicine is used in the treatment of Tourette Syndrome which is a nervous system disorder characterized by unwanted sudden movements and sounds.
Concerns
Frequently asked questions
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Onset of action
The effect of this medicine can be observed in 30 to 60 minutes after an intravenous or intramuscular dose
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Duration of Effect
The effect of this medicine lasts for an average duration of 2 to 4 weeks
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Safe with Alchohol?
Consumption of alcohol with this medicine is not recommended as it can result in dizziness and difficulty in concentration. Avoid activities that need mental alertness like driving and operating machinery.
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Is it habit forming?
No habit forming tendency has been reported
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Usage in pregnancy?
This medicine is not recommended for pregnant women. Use only if clearly needed when no safer alternative is available.
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Usage while breast-feeding?
This medicine is known to be excreted in human breast milk. It is not recommended for breastfeeding women. Use only if clearly needed when no safer alternative is available.
When not to use?
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Allergy
Not recommended in patients with known allergy to CARA-DOL 5mg Tablet 10x10s
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Severe central nervous system depression
Not recommended in patients with depression, coma, and uncontrolled seizures disorder.
Warnings
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Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for pregnant women. Use only if clearly needed when no safer alternative is available.
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Breast-feeding
This medicine is known to be excreted in human breast milk. It is not recommended for breastfeeding women. Use only if clearly needed when no safer alternative is available.
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Dementia- related psychosis
This medicine is not approved for use in patients with dementia-related psychosis due to the increase in the risk of death.
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Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome
This medicine should be discontinued immediately if the patient develops Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome characterized by an increase in the body temperature, muscle rigidity, altered consciousness.
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Tardive dyskinesia
This medicine may cause involuntary movements of tongue, lips, and face. Inform the doctor if you have these symptoms. Gradual dose reduction or discontinuation of the medicine should be considered.
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Seizures
This medicine is used with caution in the patients with a history of seizures or with conditions that lower the seizure threshold
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Elderly population
This medicine is used with caution in the elderly population due to the increased risk of orthostatic hypotension and kidney injury.
Dosage
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Missed Dose
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it’s almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed dose.
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Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.
Interactions
Interaction with Medicines- Clozapine severe
- Tramadol severe
- Antihypertensives moderate
- Levodopa moderate
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severe
This medicine is not recommended in the patients with dementia-related psychosis as it increases the risk of heart diseases like heart failure and infectious diseases like pneumonia. An alternate medicine should be considered based on the clinical condition.
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severe
This medicine is not recommended in patients with Parkinson's disease as it may worsen the disease. Inform your doctor if you experience any symptoms of slow body movements, tremors, and rigidity. An alternate class of medicine should be considered based on the clinical condition.
References
- medlineplus.gov - Haloperidol [Internet]. Available from: https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a682180.html [cited 25/7/2020]. 2020
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