# Haloperidol Decanoate (Haloperidol)

Source: https://ourhealthnetwork.com/drugs/haloperidol-decanoate
Data: FDA Orange Book and OpenFDA, refreshed periodically

## What is Haloperidol Decanoate?

Haloperidol Decanoate (brand name: Haloperidol) is a typical antipsychotic. It is prescribed to treat substance withdrawal syndrome, child behavior disorders, psychotic disorders. Across the United States, 8,000 doctors prescribe Haloperidol to approximately 9,000 Medicare patients.

## Brand names

Haloperidol

## Indications

Haloperidol Decanoate is prescribed for several conditions including substance withdrawal syndrome, child behavior disorders, psychotic disorders, among others.

## Conditions treated

- [Substance Withdrawal Syndrome](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/substance-withdrawal-syndrome)
- [Child Behavior Disorders](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/child-behavior-disorders)
- [Psychotic Disorders](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/psychotic-disorders)
- [Schizophrenia](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/schizophrenia)
- [Vomiting](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/vomiting)
- [Tourette Syndrome](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/tourette-syndrome)

## Mechanism of action

changing the activity of certain natural substances in the brain

## Drug classification

- Established Pharmacologic Class: Typical Antipsychotic [EPC]
- Route of administration: ORAL

## Common side effects

spasm of the neck muscles, sometimes progressing to tightness of the throat, swallowing difficulty, difficulty breathing, and/or protrusion of the tongue

## Sources and disclaimers

- FDA Orange Book and OpenFDA dataset
- This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a healthcare professional before starting, stopping, or changing any medication.

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