Prescription Required.Why?
Haloperidol is the active ingredient in this medication. It belongs to a class of drugs called butyrophenones.Specific formulations may contain inactive ingredients such as fillers, binders, and coloring agents. Always check the product label for a complete list of ingredients.
Treatment of acute and chronic schizophrenia.
Management of Tourette's syndrome.
Control of severe behavioral disturbances in psychotic disorders.
Treatment of acute mania associated with bipolar disorder.
Shortterm treatment of agitation and psychosis in patients with organic brain syndrome.
Trikotame 2mg Tab (Haloperidol) works by blocking dopamine receptors in the brain. Dopamine is a neurotransmitter involved in regulating mood, movement, and thought processes. By blocking dopamine, haloperidol reduces symptoms of psychosis such as hallucinations, delusions, and disorganized thinking.
Store at room temperature, away from moisture and direct sunlight. Keep out of reach of children. Discard any unused medication according to your pharmacist's instructions.
Dosage is determined by a physician based on individual needs and response. It's crucial to follow prescribed dosage and frequency strictly.
It can be administered orally (tablets, liquid) or via injection (for certain situations only).
Never alter your dosage or stop taking the medication abruptly without consulting your doctor.
Extrapyramidal symptoms (EPS) such as tremor, rigidity, akathisia (restlessness), and dystonia (muscle spasms)
Tardive dyskinesia (TD) – a serious late-onset movement disorder
Neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS) – a rare but life-threatening condition
Orthostatic hypotension (low blood pressure upon standing)
Sedation and drowsiness
Weight gain
Dry mouth
Constipation
Avoid alcohol consumption as it can enhance sedative effects and increase the risk of side effects.
Avoid driving or operating machinery until you know how haloperidol affects you, as it can cause drowsiness and dizziness.
Consult your doctor before taking haloperidol if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or planning to become pregnant. Haloperidol may pass into breast milk and affect the nursing infant.
Use in children should be under strict medical supervision due to potential for increased risk of EPS and TD.
Renal impairment may necessitate dosage adjustments; your doctor should monitor your kidney function.
Hepatic impairment may also require dosage adjustments; your doctor should monitor your liver function.
Your physician or pharmacist
The prescribing information provided by the medication manufacturer
Reputable medical websites such as those of the FDA or National Institutes of Health (NIH)
