Uses, Dosage & Side Effects: Haldol Decanoate Injection
Haldol Decanoate Injection
| Generic name | Haloperidol (as haloperidol decanoate) |
|---|---|
| Drug class | Antipsychotic (butyrophenone derivative) |
| Forms | Solution for injection |
Haldol Decanoate is a long-acting injectable antipsychotic medicine. It contains haloperidol, given as the decanoate form so it releases slowly into the body over several weeks. It is used in adults who have already been stabilized on haloperidol taken by mouth.
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