Haloperidol Side Effects by Likelihood and Severity
INFREQUENT side effects
If experienced, these tend to have a Severe expression
- A Decrease In Thirst
- A Skin Rash
- Fast Heartbeat
- Hallucinations
- Tardive Dyskinesia, A Disorder Characterized By Involuntary Movements Of The Face, Mouth And Tongue
If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression
- A Change In Vision
- Constipation
- Drowsiness
- Dry Mouth
- Increased Sensitivity Of The Skin To The Sun
- Nausea
- The Inability To Have An Erection
- Vomiting
RARE side effects
If experienced, these tend to have a Severe expression
- A Disorder Of The Retina Of The Eye
- A Feeling Of Restlessness With Inability To Sit Still
- A Spasm Of The Larynx
- A Yellowing Of The Eyes Or Skin From Buildup Of Bilirubin Called Jaundice
- Accidental Falls
- Bronchospasm
- Clouding Of The Lens Of The Eye Called Cataracts
- Extrapyramidal Disease, A Type Of Movement Disorder
- Heat Stroke
- High Blood Pressure
- Liver Problems
- Low Amount Of Sodium In The Blood
- Low Levels Of A Type Of White Blood Cell Called Neutrophils
- Low Levels Of White Blood Cells
- Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome, A Reaction Characterized By Fever, Muscle Rigidity And Confusion
- Orthostatic Hypotension, A Form Of Low Blood Pressure
- Priapism, A Prolonged Erection Of The Penis
- Prolonged QT Interval On EKG
- Seizures
- Torsades De Pointes, A Type Of Abnormal Heart Rhythm
- Ventricular Arrhythmias, A Type Of Abnormal Heart Rhythm
- Very Low Levels Of Granulocytes, A Type Of White Blood Cell
If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression
- A Skin Rash Resembling Acne
- A Type Of Bumpy Skin Rash Called A Maculopapular Rash
- Abnormal Muscle Movements
- Agitation
- An Extreme Sense Of Wellbeing Called Euphoria
- An Inability To Completely Empty The Bladder
- Breast Pain
- Breastmilk Production Not Associated With Childbirth Or Nursing
- Confusion
- Decreased Appetite
- Depression
- Diarrhea
- Difficulty Sleeping
- Enlarged Breasts
- Excessive Sweating
- Fever
- Hair Loss
- Head Pain
- Indigestion
- Irregular Periods
- Low Blood Pressure
- Low Energy And Weakness
- Nervousness
- Sensation Of Spinning Or Whirling
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