Haloperidol decanoate
Haloperidol Decanoate
Haloperidol Decanoate (pronunciation: hal-oh-PER-i-dol de-CAN-oh-ate) is a long-acting form of Haloperidol, a neuroleptic medication primarily used to treat schizophrenia and acute psychosis.
Etymology
The term "Haloperidol" is derived from the chemical structure of the drug, which includes a halogenated butyrophenone. "Decanoate" refers to the decanoic acid ester that is used to make the drug long-acting.
Usage
Haloperidol Decanoate is administered by intramuscular injection and is typically used when consistent, long-term medication management is needed. It is particularly useful for patients who have difficulty adhering to a daily oral medication regimen.
Side Effects
Potential side effects of Haloperidol Decanoate include extrapyramidal symptoms, tardive dyskinesia, and neuroleptic malignant syndrome. It may also cause sedation, weight gain, sexual dysfunction, and various other side effects.
Related Terms
- Antipsychotic: A class of medications that includes Haloperidol and is used to manage psychosis, particularly in schizophrenia and bipolar disorder.
- Butyrophenone: A chemical compound that is part of the structure of Haloperidol.
- Decanoic acid: A fatty acid that is used to create the long-acting ester form of certain medications, including Haloperidol Decanoate.
- Neuroleptic: A term that is often used interchangeably with "antipsychotic" and refers to the class of drugs that includes Haloperidol.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Haloperidol decanoate
- Wikipedia's article - Haloperidol decanoate
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