Therapeutic Group

Indication Dosage

Haloperidol is a medication used to help treat conditions like schizophrenia and other mental disorders. It can also be used to manage severe agitation and aggressive behavior in certain situations. Haloperidol helps balance chemicals in the brain to improve thinking, mood, and behavior in people with these conditions. Always follow your doctor's guidance when taking this medication.

Maintenance In Schizophrenia And Other Psychoses: 

Oral: 

• Adult: Initially 1.5-3 Mg Daily, Increasing As Required For Control, Then Decreasing For Maintenance, Usually 3-10 Mg Daily; Max: 30 Mg Daily. 
• Children 3-13 Yrs: Initially 500 Mcg Daily In 2-3 Divided Doses; Usual Target Dose 1-4 Mg Daily In 2-3 Divided Doses, Max 6 Mg Daily In 2-3 Divided Doses; 
• 13-18 Yr: Initially 500 Mcg Daily In 2-3 Divided Doses; Usual Target Dose 1-6 Mg Daily In 2-3 Divided Doses, Max 10 Mg Daily In 2-3 Divided Doses. 

By Deep IM Injection: 

• Adult: Initially 50 Mg Every 4 Weeks, Increased In Steps Of 50 Mg If Required, Increased If Necessary Up To 300 Mg Every 4 Weeks, Dose To Be Administered Into Gluteal Muscle, If 2-weekly Administration Preferred, Doses Should Be Halved 
• Elderly: Initially 12.5-25 Mg Every 4 Weeks, If 2-weekly administration is Preferred, Doses Should Be Halved 

Childhood Behavioural Disorders, Especially When Associated With Hyperactivity And Aggression, Gilles De La Tourette Syndrome: 

Oral: 

• Children 3-13 Yr: 250 Mcg Daily In 2-3 Divided Doses; Usual Target Dose 0.5-3 Mg Daily In 2-3 Divided Doses, Max 3 Mg Daily In 2-3 Divided Doses; 
• 13-18 Yr: 250 Mcg Daily In 2-3 Divided Doses; Usual Target Dose 2-6 Mg Daily In 2-3 Divided Doses, Max 6 Mg Daily In 2-3 Divided Doses.

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