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Haloperidol (Systemic).

USP DI-Volume II, Advice for the Patient: Drug Information in Lay Language

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Some commonly used brand names are:

In the U.S. --

 
   Haldol 
   Haldol Decanoate 
 
   Generic name product may also be available. 
 

In Canada --

 
   Apo-Haloperidol 
   Haldol 
   Haldol LA 
   Novo-Peridol 
   Peridol 
   PMS Haloperidol 
 
   Generic name product may also be available. 
 

Description Haloperidol (ha-loe-PER-i-dole) is used to treat nervous, mental, and emotional conditions. It is also used to control the symptoms of Tourette's disorder. Haloperidol may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.

Haloperidol is available only with your doctor's prescription, in the following dosage forms:

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