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Haloperidol - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

haloperidol

/ˌhæloʊˈpɛrɪdɔl/ /ˌhæləʊˈpɛrɪdɒl/

Definition:

A potent antipsychotic drug used to treat schizophrenia and other mental disorders.

Synonyms:

Haldol, Serenace, Aloperidin

Part of Speech:

noun

Antonyms:

stimulant, antidepressant

Common Collocations:

administer haloperidol, haloperidol injection, haloperidol dosage

Derivatives:

haloperidolic, haloperidol-like

Usage Tips:

Use haloperidol under medical supervision due to its strong effects and potential side effects.

Common Phrases:

haloperidol decanoate, on haloperidol therapy, haloperidol-induced side effects

Etymology:

Derived from "halo-" (referring to halogen) + "peridol" (a suffix for butyrophenone antipsychotics).

Examples:

  • 1. The doctor prescribed haloperidol for his schizophrenia symptoms.
  • 2. Haloperidol can cause drowsiness as a side effect.
  • 3. She takes haloperidol daily to manage her condition.
  • 4. The nurse administered the haloperidol injection carefully.

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