Serenace (Haloperidol)

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Brand Name: Serenace

Generic Name: Haloperidol

Manufacturer/Agent: Pfizer-pharmacia

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Formulation: tabs

Strength: 5mg

Pack size: 50

Trade Price: KES 1,151.00

Retail Price: @ KES 30.69

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Class: Antipsychotics (CNS agents)

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Molecular Formulae: C21H23ClFNO2 = 375.9

Precautions: Closed-angle glaucoma. cardiovascular disease. thyrotoxicosis.

Indications/Uses: Schizophrenia, mania, agitation; 0.5-5 mg bd or tid upto a max of 30mg/day.

Interactions: Decreased effcet: carbamazepine, baribiturates. increased effect: chloroquine. paroxetine. propranolol.

Side Effects: Extrapyramidal effects; tremor, dystonia, tardive dyskinesia. drowsiness. blurred vision dry mouth. gastro-intestinal upset.

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