Halopride Benefits & Uses

Halopride is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Schizophrenia

Halopride Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Schizophrenia Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dose Range: 400 - 800 mg/day
Geriatric	Disease: Schizophrenia Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 300 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dose Range: 400 - 800 mg/day
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Schizophrenia Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Halopride Related Warnings

Is the use of Halopride safe for pregnant women?

Halopride rarely shows harmful effects in in pregnant ladies. Even if it does, the effects are mild

Mild
Is the use of Halopride safe during breastfeeding?

Side effects of Halopride for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.

Mild
What is the effect of Halopride on the Kidneys?

Halopride rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Halopride on the Liver?

Halopride may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Halopride on the Heart?

Effects of Halopride on heart can be severe. It is not safe to use without doctor's advice.

Severe

Severe Interaction of Halopride with Other Drugs

Halopride should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Levodopa

Bromocriptine

Moderate

Amiodarone

Sotalol

Halopride Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Halopride unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Diabetes
Kidney Disease
Parkinson's Disease
Heart Disease
Stroke
Blood Clotting Disorders
Breast Cancer

Frequently asked Questions about Halopride

Is this Halopride habit forming or addictive?

Yes, Halopride cause dependence in some cases. Talk to your doctor before taking it.

Yes
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Halopride as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Halopride only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Halopride has been seen to have positive effect on patients with mental disorders.

Yes

Halopride Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Halopride

Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Halopride and food will interact.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Halopride

Taking Halopride and alcohol together may cause some problems. If you notice any of these side effects, it is best to go to your doctor.

Mild