Haloperidol Decanoate

Haloperidol Decanoate is an injectable antipsychotic medication that belongs to the butyrophenone class. It is used for the treatment of various psychiatric disorders, including schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and severe behavioral disturbances in children and adolescents. The medication is available in a decanoate form, which is a long-acting ester, allowing for a prolonged release of the active ingredient, haloperidol, into the body.
Haloperidol Decanoate works by blocking dopamine receptors in the brain, which helps to alleviate symptoms such as hallucinations, delusions, agitation, and irritability commonly associated with these psychiatric conditions. Haloperidol Decanoate should only be administered by healthcare professionals, as it requires a deep intramuscular injection and proper dosage adjustment based on the patient’s specific needs and response to the medication.