BENZYDOL 5MG/2MG TAB

Overview

BENZYDOL 5MG/2MG TAB is a Schedule H drug.

BENZYDOL 5MG/2MG TAB is composed of: HALOPERIDOL (5.0 MG), TRIHEXYPHENIDYL (2.0 MG)

Haloperidol is an antipsychotic medicine. It works by changing the actions of chemicals in your brain. Haloperidol is used to treat schizophrenia. It is also used to control motor and speech tics in people with Tourette’s syndrome.

Usage

HALOPERIDOL is generally used to treat: Schizophrenia, Tourette Syndrome

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Ask your doctor

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

Precautions for BENZYDOL 5MG/2MG TAB and its Constituents

Caution should be exercised in patients with history of blood disease porphyria, decrease in white blood cells, electrolyte disturbances, high or low blood pressure, dementia, Alzheimer’s disease, seizures, abnormal electroencephalogram (EEG), thyroid problems, neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS), heart diseases, cancer, any allergy, who are taking other medications, elderly, children, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Avoid alcohol consumption. It may cause drowsiness, dizziness or blurred vision, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication. Avoid exposure to sunlight; otherwise it may cause sunburn easily. Avoid becoming overheated; otherwise heatstroke may occur. Patient may develop with increased risk of neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS), involuntary movements with the following symptoms: fever, stiff muscles, confusion, abnormal thinking, fast or irregular heartbeat and sweating. If it is so consult with your doctor. Rarely it may cause prolonged or painful erection; if it is so consult with your doctor.

Symptoms of Overdosage

HALOPERIDOL over-dosage can result in: Difficulty Breathing

Common Side-Effects

HALOPERIDOL : Akathisia, Eyes Blurred Vision, Constipation, Weight Gain, Dizziness, Lightheadedness, Drowsiness, Difficulty Urinating, Difficulty Sleeping, Head Headache, Anxiety

Serious Side-Effects

HALOPERIDOL : Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome, Fever, Fatigue (tiredness), Confusion, Decreased Sweating, Irregular Heartbeat, Dark Colored (brown) Urine

Rare Side-Effects

HALOPERIDOL : Slow Heart Rate (pulse), Dizziness, Chest Pain, Fainting

Technical Classification

HALOPERIDOL is categorized as: MISCELLANEOUS ANTIPSYCHOTIC AGENTS / ANTIPSYCHOTICS / PSYCHOTHERAPEUTIC AGENTS

Available Alternatives for BENZYDOL 5MG/2MG TAB

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

AGIDOL PLUS 5MG TAB	INR 38.1 for 10 TABLETS	HALOPERIDOL 5.0 MG, TRIHEXYPHENIDYL 2.0 MG
BENZYDOL 5MG/2MG TAB	INR 20.5 for 10 TABLETS	HALOPERIDOL 5.0 MG, TRIHEXYPHENIDYL 2.0 MG
COMBIDOL KIT 5MG/2MG TAB	INR 12.3 for 4 TABLETS	HALOPERIDOL 5.0 MG, TRIHEXYPHENIDYL 2.0 MG
HEXIDOL PLUS 5MG/2MG TAB	INR 15.56 for 10 TABLETS	HALOPERIDOL 5.0 MG, TRIHEXYPHENIDYL 2.0 MG
MANODOL 5MG/2MG KIT	INR 12.53 for 1 KIT	HALOPERIDOL 5.0 MG, TRIHEXYPHENIDYL 2.0 MG
TALENDOL PLUS TAB	INR 17.57 for 10 TABLETS	HALOPERIDOL 5.0 MG, TRIHEXYPHENIDYL 2.0 MG

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

AGIDOL PLUS 1.5MG TAB	INR 28.5 for 10 TABLETS	TRIHEXYPHENIDYL 2.0 MG, HALOPERIDOL 1.5 MG
BENZYDOL 1.5MG/2MG TAB	INR 11.02 for 10 TABLETS	TRIHEXYPHENIDYL 2.0 MG, HALOPERIDOL 1.5 MG
BENZYDOL 10MG/2MG TAB	INR 26.6 for 10 TABLETS	HALOPERIDOL 10.0 MG, TRIHEXYPHENIDYL 2.0 MG
COMBIDOL TAB	INR 28.25 for 10 TABLETS	HALOPERIDOL 10.0 MG, TRIHEXYPHENIDYL
MANODOL 1.5MG/2MG KIT	INR 8.48 for 1 KIT	TRIHEXYPHENIDYL 2.0 MG, HALOPERIDOL 1.5 MG
MINDOL PLUS 5MG/20MG TAB	INR 21 for 10 TABLETS	TRIHEXYPHENIDYL 20.0 MG, HALOPERIDOL 5.0 MG
TALENDOL T 10MG/2MG TAB	INR 12.35 for 10 TABLETS	HALOPERIDOL 10.0 MG, TRIHEXYPHENIDYL 2.0 MG