Peridol 20 mg Tablets (Haloperidol)

Adult dose

Elderly and debilitated patients: The initial dose is 1-6mg per day of haloperidol, administered orally in 2-3 divided doses.

Child dose

Ages 14 years and older: Schizophrenia, manic episodes associated with bipolar I disorder, symptoms of psychotic disorders, and Tourette syndrome (Gilles de la Tourette's syndrome): The initial dose is 1-15㎎ per day of haloperidol, administered orally in 2-3 divided doses (in severe cases, up to 100㎎ may be administered). Once a therapeutic response is achieved, gradually reduce the dose to the minimum effective maintenance dose. Adjust the dose as appropriate according to age and symptoms.

This medication may increase mortality in elderly dementia patients, so caution is advised. The risk of cerebrovascular disease may increase, so it should be used cautiously in patients with risk factors for stroke. There is a risk of venous thromboembolism, so risk factors for thrombosis should be assessed and preventive measures should be taken before and during administration. This drug should not be used in patients with hypersensitivity to the drug, those in a coma, those with alcohol addiction, or those currently using central nervous system depressants. It should be used cautiously in patients with impaired liver or kidney function, cardiovascular disease, or convulsive disorders. Various side effects may occur, including abnormal electrocardiogram, changes in blood pressure, movement disorders, liver impairment, visual disturbances, hypersensitivity, blood disorders, gastrointestinal symptoms, endocrine disorders, respiratory problems, and psychiatric and neurological disturbances, so the patient's condition should be closely monitored. This medication carries a risk of QT interval prolongation, so patients with cardiac diseases or those with a predisposition for QT prolongation should be cautious. Patients with a predisposition to seizures may be at risk for seizures. Pregnant or nursing women are advised not to use this drug as it may affect the fetus and newborn. This medication has many interactions with other drugs, so when administered together, it may alter drug concentrations and increase the risk of side effects, hence consultation with medical professionals is necessary. Activities such as driving or operating hazardous machinery should be avoided as drowsiness or decreased attention may occur. Abrupt discontinuation of this medication may result in withdrawal symptoms, so it should be tapered off gradually. In case of overdose, serious side effects may occur, and immediate medical attention should be sought.

Increased mortality, cerebrovascular disease, venous thromboembolism, electrocardiogram abnormalities, hypotension, hypertension, tachycardia, ventricular tachycardia, thromboembolism, motor paralysis, severe muscle rigidity, dysphagia, fever, leukocytosis, increased serum CPK, myoglobinuria, renal dysfunction, altered consciousness, dyspnea, circulatory collapse, dehydration symptoms, acute kidney failure, acute muscle hypertonicity, eye movement seizure, torticollis, inability to open the mouth, parkinsonian rigidity, tremors, inability to move, inability to sit cross-legged, irreversible involuntary hypertonia syndrome, hepatitis, jaundice, liver dysfunction, retinitis, cataracts, accommodative disorder of the eye, blurry vision, corneal opacity, lens opacity, corneal pigmentation, edema, redness, urticaria, exfoliative dermatitis, photosensitivity, anaphylactic reaction, anemia, leukocytosis, leukopenia, erythrocytopenia, agranulocytosis, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, constipation, diarrhea, intestinal paralysis, paralytic ileus, hyperprolactinemia, gynecomastia in women, galactorrhea, menstrual irregularities, changes in libido, hyperglycemia, hypoglycemia, weight gain, weight loss, hyponatremia, hypotonemic blood, syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone secretion, bronchospasm, laryngeal spasm, dyspnea, insomnia, anxiety, drowsiness, dizziness, headache, cephalalgia, anxiety, depression, hallucinations, excitement, thirst, nasal congestion, fatigue, urinary retention, fever, sweating, flushing, hypothermia

This drug is sensitive to light and should be stored in a container that does not allow light to enter. It is also important to store it at room temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius. Doing so will maintain the drug's efficacy and ensure it is used safely.

Appearance

Orange round tablet

Package unit

1000 tablets/bottle