Manufacturer: Altius Life Sciences
Salt Composition : Haloperidol(1.5mg)
Strip of 10 Tablet
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Dolteus 1.5mg Tablet can also be used for treating psychosis, mania, severe behavior problems in adults and children. It may be taken with or without food, preferably at the same time each day. Take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body. Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor and if you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember it. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. This medication mustn't be stopped suddenly without talking to your doctor as it may worsen your symptoms.
Dolteus 1.5mg Tablet is a typical antipsychotic. It works by blocking the action of dopamine, a chemical messenger in the brain that affects thoughts and mood.
Haloperidol undergoes extensive metabolism in the liver, with only around 1% of the drug originally administered being excreted in the urine unchanged. The main mode of hepatic clearance is through glucuronidation, reduction and oxidation mediated by CYP3A4.
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Dolteus
Agitation
Extrapyramidal symptoms
Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
Muscle spasm
Headache
breast cancer
thyrotoxicosis crisis
untreated decreased level of thyroid hormones
low amount of magnesium in the blood
low amount of potassium in the blood
very low levels of granulocytes, a type of white blood cell
low levels of white blood cells
low levels of a type of white blood cell called neutrophils
a type of movement disorder called parkinsonism
tardive dyskinesia, a disorder characterized by involuntary movements of the face, mouth and tongue
extrapyramidal disease, a type of movement disorder
neuroleptic malignant syndrome, a reaction characterized by fever, muscle rigidity and confusion
angina, a type of chest pain
torsades de pointes, a type of abnormal heart rhythm
abnormal EKG with QT changes from birth
low blood pressure
decreased lung function
liver problems
coma
seizures
Dolteus 1.5mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Dolteus 1.5mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Dolteus 1.5mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
If Dolteus 1.5mg Tablet is used, monitor the baby for excessive sleepiness.
Use with caution
Below 9years: Contraindicated
Haloperidol is indicated for a number of conditions including for the treatment of schizophrenia, for the manifestations of psychotic disorders, for the control of tics and vocal utterances of Tourette's Disorder in children and adults, for treatment of severe behavior problems in children of combative, explosive
dementia.
hyperthyroidism.
parkinsonism.
CNS depression/coma.
related psychosis.
previous neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS)
seizure disorders.
acute alcohol intoxication.
Do not chew, crush or break it. Dolteus 1.5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Store below 30°C
If you miss a dose of Dolteus 1.5mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Dolteus 1.5mg Tablet helps treat schizophrenia.
It is less likely to cause weight gain as compared to other similar medicines.
Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Dolteus 1.5mg Tablet may cause dizziness and sleepiness.
Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it can cause increased dizziness.
Inform your doctor if you experience any abnormal movements or have difficulty controlling movements.
It may affect how your body regulates your temperature. Avoid getting dehydrated and drink plenty of fluids.
Your doctor may check your heart function and level of electrolytes such as sodium and magnesium before you start treatment with this medicine and regularly thereafter.
Do not stop taking Dolteus 1.5mg Tablet without talking to your doctor first as it may cause worsening of symptoms.
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Dolteus 1.5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
