Haloperidol (Haldol) Nursing Drug Card (Simplified) - Pharmacology

[@paulgitaukinuthia3916]

I was admitted to a hospital last week due to the extra pyramidal symptoms of Haloperidol. I lacked coordination and balance, my face, jaws and neck twitched severely, the head totally lost balance and tilted towards the left, and a severe back pain.

[@NurseRyan]

I'm sorry to hear that. I hope you are doing better these days. Thank you for sharing.

[@ryandennis7023]

Can haldol be reversed by a d2 agonist? What's the effect of haldol on the endocannabinoid system?

[@nadadenada319]

Theres no antidote

[@NurseRyan]

Hi Robert, some research mentions Biperiden and Promethazine as drugs that are used in the treatment of Haldol overdose. Overall, treatment focuses on symptom management and maintaining vitals. Gastric lavage can also be used if the overdose is identified early enough. D2 agonists and D2 antagonists will likely interact with each other, reducing both of their effects. Here is a link to a study that mentions endocannabinoid system effects with anti-psychotic use: www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3951193/

[@pinkjackfruit7678]

Great video Nurse Ryan!👍

[@misganateme]

My sister is refusing to take any of medicine. Can we give haloperidol via food?

[@NurseRyan]

If you have the liquid form, Haloperidol can be mixed with food. Some tablets can also be crushed and mixed with food. However, I would recommend you ask your pharmacist for any actual medical advice that relates to your case!

[@buithanhtrang5992]

How to stop taking haloperidol? Can trihexyphenidyl be taken alone to relieve tremors and muscle spasticity in the neck? Thank you.

[@Guiltia_Sin_Python]

yes

[@NurseRyan]

Hi, sorry for the very late response, I missed your comment! I would always recommend speaking to your doctor or pharmacist for any actual medical advice, as these videos are meant only for educational purposes!

[@charlenepym5250]

It makes me feel weird that he has to be on it every month, because he might get sick once every 3 years without it.

[@NurseRyan]

I hope he is doing well these days.

[@rudyberkvens-be]

Is it counterindicated in people that have reoccurrent infections after a urosepsis?

[@NurseRyan]

Hi, Haloperidol can lower white blood cell count in rare cases, which could have negative effects in someone with reoccurring infections. However, I always recommend speaking to your primary healthcare provider or pharmacist regarding any actual medical concerns. They will have the best information that fits your situation.

[@celina6683]

Thank you! Great video!!!

[@NurseRyan]

I'm glad it helped! Thank you!

[@oumerseid6958]

Can halopridol side effects on skin?

[@NurseRyan]

Hi, according to the FDA, Haloperidol can cause dermatologic reactions including "Maculopapular and acneiform skin reactions and isolated cases of photosensitivity and loss of hair." The link with this information can be found here: www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2008/015923s082,018701s057lbl.pdf I always recommend that you speak with your primary healthcare provider for any medical advice! - Ryan

[@trafficjon400]

it killed a patient in my area to the worse torture. any one who gives this poison to a complaining patient should be incarceration. A certified nursing aid seeing patients Residents suffer from this poison in the worse way.

[@AbdulRehman-pf6ib]

Can we used quetiapine with haloperidol ?

[@AbdulRehman-pf6ib]

Need your suggestion dear

[@NurseRyan]

Hi Abdul, I always recommend speaking to your primary healthcare provider or pharmacist about drug-to-drug interactions to verify if you should be taking them together. Haloperidol and Quetiapine are both antipsychotics and may interact, causing increased sedation, drowsiness, increase the risk of causing irregular heart rhythms, and more. Hope that helps! Ryan

[@gloriamartinez1482]

Thank you!

[@NurseRyan]

You're welcome Gloria!

[@Ste1ffan]

Breathing exercises help my anxiety also.

[@NurseRyan]

That's good to hear! Thank you for sharing 🙂

[@charlenepym5250]

My husband is on haldol since 2017

[@EricCole69]

Does he have erectile dysfunction? I just started haldol because invega caused ED

[@NurseRyan]

Thanks for sharing, I hope he is doing well.

[@chubbyseal1412]

I took this medication for tourettes and it made my tics worse , why did that happen when its suppose to make tics less?

[@Tocinos]

They don't care about you

[@NurseRyan]

I definitely recommend speaking to your doctor or pharmacist for the best information for your case, as these videos are meant only for educational purposes!

[@Ste1ffan]

I that Clonazipam for side-effects and live a normal life.

[@NurseRyan]

Thank you for sharing your experiences, it might be helpful to others 🙂

[@christensmith1561]

I hate haldol!

[@Erinskow]

Why?

[@NurseRyan]

I'm sorry you feel that way!

[@liridonademi64]

?

[@NurseRyan]

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