Haloperidol Dispersible Tablets are a medicine used to treat certain psychiatric and neurological disorders, particularly those involving psychosis or severe agitation. They belong to a class of drugs called typical antipsychotics (first-generation antipsychotics).

Here are the key details:

• Composition: Each dispersible tablet contains Haloperidol, commonly in strengths such as 0.5 mg, 1 mg, 2 mg, or 5 mg.

• Dosage Form: Oral dispersible tablets, which dissolve in water before administration, making them easier to swallow or suitable for patients with swallowing difficulties.

• Mode of Action:

  • Haloperidol works by blocking dopamine receptors (D2 receptors) in the brain.

  • This reduces overactive dopamine signaling, which is associated with psychotic symptoms such as hallucinations and delusions.

• Uses:

  • Schizophrenia – to manage hallucinations, delusions, and thought disorders.

  • Acute psychosis or agitation – including in manic episodes or severe behavioral disturbances.

  • Tourette’s syndrome – to reduce severe motor or vocal tics.

  • Occasionally used in nausea or delirium under medical supervision.

• Treatment Goal: To control psychotic symptoms, reduce agitation, and stabilize mood and behavior.

• Side Effects:

  • Common: drowsiness, restlessness, tremors, muscle stiffness, dry mouth.

  • Less common/serious: tardive dyskinesia (involuntary movements), neuroleptic malignant syndrome (rare but life-threatening), low blood pressure, cardiac arrhythmias, allergic reactions.

• Precautions:

  • Regular monitoring may be needed for movement disorders, heart function, and mental status.

  • Avoid alcohol or sedatives as they may increase drowsiness.

  • Use caution in patients with heart disease, liver or kidney problems, or a history of movement disorders.

  • Not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding unless prescribed by a doctor.

  • Follow the prescribed dose strictly; sudden discontinuation may worsen symptoms.

👉 Dispersible Haloperidol is especially useful for patients who have difficulty swallowing tablets or need rapid symptom control, while providing the same antipsychotic benefits as regular oral tablets.