Normadol 5mg Injection 1ml

Introduction About NORMADOL 5MG INJECTION

NORMADOL 5MG INJECTION contains Haloperidol which belongs to the group of
medicines called Antipsychotics. It is used to manage mental health problems
like schizophrenia, bipolar disorder and behavioural problems which affects the
person’s ability to think, feel and behave normally.

NORMADOL 5MG INJECTION is also used to manage Huntington’s disease (degeneration
of nerve cells in the brain) and to manage nausea and vomiting that may occur
after a surgery. It can be used alone or in combination with other medicines as
well.

Your doctor might want you to take several diagnostic tests before or during
your management with NORMADOL 5MG INJECTION such as ECG (electrocardiogram) or
checking the levels of electrolytes such as magnesium or potassium in your
blood.

NORMADOL 5MG INJECTION is not recommended in patients having heart diseases,
Parkinson’s disease, Lewy body dementia, progressive supranuclear palsy, or low
potassium levels. Before receiving NORMADOL 5MG INJECTION, inform your doctor if
you have kidney problems, liver problems, thyroid problems, blood disorders,
depression, bleeding in the brain, prolactin-dependent tumors, or epilepsy.

NORMADOL 5MG INJECTION should be used with caution in pregnant women only if the
potential benefit justifies the potential risk to the baby and is not
recommended for use in breastfeeding women. Avoid consum
management with NORMADOL 5MG INJECTION, as it may have additive side effects and
lower the blood pressure.

NORMADOL 5MG INJECTION is not recommended to use in children and adolescents
under 18 years of age and should be used with caution in elderly patients. The
most common side effects of receiving NORMADOL 5MG INJECTION are feeling
agitated, difficulty sleeping, headache, dizziness, sleepiness, nausea, vomiting
or constipation. Contact your doctor if any of the above symptoms worsen or
doesn’t improve.

Uses Of NORMADOL 5MG INJECTION

Manage:

• schizophrenia
• bipolar disorder
• behavioural problems
• Huntington’s disease
• nausea and vomiting after surgery

How NORMADOL 5MG INJECTION Works

NORMADOL 5MG INJECTION contains Haloperidol which is an antipsychotic that works
by blocking certain receptors in the brain called dopamine (D2) receptors. This
decreases the levels of dopamine, a nerve chemical. Thus, rebalancing dopamine
to improve thinking, mood, and behavior.

How to use NORMADOL 5MG INJECTION

NORMADOL 5MG INJECTION will be given to you only by a doctor or a nurse into a
muscle as an intramuscular injection. Your doctor will decide the correct dose
and duration of NORMADOL 5MG INJECTION for you depending on your age, body
weight, and disease condition.

Side Effects Of NORMADOL 5MG INJECTION

Common

• agitation
• difficulty sleeping or sleepiness
• headache
• delusions (a false belief about the things which are not there)
• hallucinations (perce
• depression
• abnormal muscle tension
• dizziness, including sitting or standing up
• fast or upward eye movements, uncontrollable eye movements
• blurred vision
• low blood pressure
• nausea
• vomiting
• constipation
• dry mouth or increased saliva
• skin rash
• unable to pass urine or completely empty the bladder
• impotence (difficulty in getting and keeping an erection)
• weight gain or loss
• changes in liver function (abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, dark urine, pale stool, jaundice)

Uncommon

• decreased white blood cells and platelets (fever, bleeding easily)
• confusion
• decreased or loss of libido
• fits (seizures)
• stiff muscles and joints
• muscle spasms, twitching, or contractions
• neck spasm causing the neck to twist on one side
• problems in walking
• shortness of breath
• increased skin sensitivity to sunlight
• itching
• excessive sweating
• changes in the menstrual cycle (periods) (like no periods, or long, heavy, painful periods)
• production of breast milk suddenly, breast pain or discomfort
• high body temperature
• swelling caused by fluid that is build-up in the body

Rare

• difficulty breathing due to narrowed airways
• unable to or difficulty in opening mouth
• high levels of prolactin in blood (changes in menstrual cycle, infertility, menopausal symptoms)

Stop receiving NORMADOL 5MG INJECTION and contact your physician immediately if
you experience any of following side effects:

• neurole
• heart problems such as irregular heartbeat, abnormally fast heartbeat, extra heartbeats
• extrapyramidal disorder (problems controlling movements of the body or limbs) (signs include movements of the mouth, tongue, jaw, and sometimes limbs, feeling restless or difficulty sitting, increased body movements, slow or reduced body movements, jerking or twisting movements, muscle tremors or stiffness, a shuffling walk, being unable to move, and lack of normal facial expression)
• severe allergic reaction (signs include a swollen face, lips, mouth, tongue, or throat, difficulty swallowing or breathing, and itchy rash (hives))
• blood clots in the veins, especially in the legs which can move to lungs

How To Manage Side Effects

Nausea:

Stick to simple meals while receiving NORMADOL 5MG INJECTION. Avoid eating rich
or spicy food. Do not take any medication by yourself. Ask for your doctor’s
advice if nausea persists or worsen.

Headache:

Try to take rest and don’t involve yourself in exertive activities. Rest in a
quiet and dark room. Apply a pain-relieving balm on your forehead. Ask for your
doctor’s advice if headache persists or worsen.

Vomiting:

Drink clear or ice-cold drinks. Eat bland, light foods and avoid oily, fried, or
sweet foods. Avoid carbonated drinks. Ask for your doctor’s advice if vomiting
persists or worsen.

Dizziness:

When you feel dizzy, lie down or sit down immediately. If you're feeling severe
episode of spinning(vertigo), lie in a dark and quite place with eyes closed.
Try to avoid vehicle driving. Discuss with your doctor if the symptom persists
or worsen.

Constipation:

Eat plenty of foods enriched with fibre such as vegetables, fresh fruits, and
cereals and drink plenty of water. Exercise more regularly. Ask for your
doctor’s advice if constipation persists or worsen.

Dry mouth:

Dry mouth can be managed by chewing sugar-free gum or sucking on sugar-free hard
candies to stimulate the flow of saliva. Sip water at regular intervals of time.
Do not use mouthwashes that contain alcohol because they can be drying. Ask for
your doctor’s advice if dry mouth persists or worsen.

Warning & Precautions

!### Pregnancy

NORMADOL 5MG INJECTION should be used with caution in pregnant women only if the
potential benefit outweighs the potential risk to the unborn baby. If NORMADOL
5MG INJECTION is received during third trimester it may cause muscle tremors,
stiff or weak muscles, being sleepy or agitated, or problems in breathing or
feeding in newborn babies. Consult your doctor before receiving NORMADOL 5MG
INJECTION.

!### Breastfeeding

NORMADOL 5MG INJECTION is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women.
Consult your doctor before receiving it.

!### Driving and Using Machines

Do not drive or use machineries if you feel sleepy or have reduced alertness
after receiving NORMADOL 5MG INJECTION.

!### Alcohol

Avoid consum
make you sleepy, less alert and lower down the blood pressure.

!### Kidney

NORMADOL 5MG INJECTION should be used with caution in patients with kidney
diseases. Consult your doctor before receiving it.

!### Liver

NORMADOL 5MG INJECTION should be used with caution in patients with liver
diseases. Consult your doctor before receiving it.

!### Allergy

Do not receive NORMADOL 5MG INJECTION if you are allergic to Haloperidol or any
of the other ingredients of this medicine.

!### Heart Disease

NORMADOL 5MG INJECTION is not recommended in patients having heart conditions
like prolonged QT interval or any other problem with the heart rhythm, heart
failure, or recently had a heart attack. NORMADOL 5MG INJECTION should be used
with caution in patients having other heart diseases such as slow heartbeat.
Consult your doctor before receiving NORMADOL 5MG INJECTION.

Others

NORMADOL 5MG INJECTION is not recommended for use if you have:

• lack of awareness of things around you or unusually slow reactions
• Parkinson’s disease
• Lewy body dementia
• progressive supranuclear palsy (PSP)
• low levels of potassium in blood which is not being manageed

Before receiving NORMADOL 5MG INJECTION, inform your doctor if you have:

• thyroid problems
• low blood pressure or dizziness while standing up or sitting
• low levels of magnesium or other electrolytes
• bleeding in brain or tendency to have a stroke
• history of blood clots or any of your family member has it
• depression or bipolar disorder
• high levels of prolactin or tumor such as breast-cancer
• epilepsy or ever had fits
• lactose intolerance

Use in pediatrics:

NORMADOL 5MG INJECTION is not recommended for use in children and adolescents
below 18 years of age. Consult your child’s doctor for advice.

Use in geriatrics:

NORMADOL 5MG INJECTION should be used with caution in elderly patients. Your
doctor may adjust your dose depending upon your present condition, age, and body
weight. Consult your doctor before receiving NORMADOL 5MG INJECTION.

Interactions

A. Drug-Drug interactions:

Before receiving NORMADOL 5MG INJECTION, inform your doctor if you are taking
any of the following medicine:

• medicines used to manage heart problems (Ex. amiodarone, dofetilide, disopyramide, dronedarone, ibutilide, quinidine, verapamil, guanethidine, methyldopa, bepridil and sotalol)
• medicine used to manage depression (Ex. citalopram and escitalopram), anxiety or induce sleep (Ex. alprazolam or buspirone)
• medicines used to manage psychoses (Ex. levomepromazine, fluphenazine, perphenazine, pimozide, sertindole, prochlorperazine, promazine, thioridazine, trifluoperazine, triflupromazine, fluvoxamine, duloxetine, fluoxetine, paroxetine, nefazodone, sertraline, St John’s Wort (herbal), or venlafaxine and ziprasidone)
• medicine used to manage bacterial infections (Ex. azithromycin, rifampicin, clarithromycin, erythromycin, levofloxacin, moxifloxacin, and telithromycin)
• medicine used to manage fungal infections (Ex. pentamidine, itraconazole, posaconazole or voriconazole)
• halofantrine (used to manage malaria)
• medicine used to manage nausea and vomiting (Ex. dolasetron, chlorpromazine, promethazine)
• medicine used to manage cancer (Ex. toremifene and vandet
• medicine used to manage pain or drug addiction (Ex. methadone)
• medicine used to manage epilepsy (Ex. carbamazepine, phenobarbital, or phenytoin)
• medicine used to help you leave smoking (Ex. bupropion)
• medicine used to manage Cushing’s syndrome (Ex. ketoconazole)
• medicine used to manage human immunodeficiency virus or HIV (Ex. indinavir, ritonavir, or saquinavir)
• medicines used to manage severe allergic reactions (Ex. adrenaline)
• medicines used to manage attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) (Ex. methylphenidate), Parkinson’s diseases (Ex. levodopa)
• medicines used as blood thinners (Ex. phenindione)

Overdosage:

NORMADOL 5MG INJECTION will be administered to you only by a doctor or a nurse
in a hospital, and so it is unlikely to receive an overdose. However, inform
your doctor immediately if you experience any unusual symptoms while receiving
NORMADOL 5MG INJECTION such as extrapyramidal reactions (problem controlling
movements of the body), low blood pressure, and sedation.

Synopsis

Drug	:	Haloperidol
Pharmacological Category	:	Antipsychotic
Therapeutic Indication	:	Management of mental health problems
Dosage Forms	:	Tablet, Injection, Syrup, Liquid

More Information

• Keep NORMADOL 5MG INJECTION out of reach of children
• Store NORMADOL 5MG INJECTION at a temperature, not more than 25°C

FAQs About NORMADOL 5MG INJECTION

Can NORMADOL 5MG INJECTION cause headaches?

Yes. Headache is one of the most common side effects of receiving NORMADOL 5MG
INJECTION. Keep yourself hydrated by drinking more fluids such as water or
electrolytes. If needed apply a pain-relieving balm on the forehead. Avoid
consum
consult your doctor for advice.

Is driving a car safe after receiving NORMADOL 5MG INJECTION?

NORMADOL 5MG INJECTION may impair the mental and/or physical abilities. Do not
drive or operate any machines if you feel sleepy or have reduced alertness
receiving NORMADOL 5MG INJECTION. You can resume doing your activities as soon
as you feel normal again.

Is NORMADOL 5MG INJECTION safe for use in elderly patients?

NORMADOL 5MG INJECTION should be used with caution in elderly patients. Your
doctor may adjust your dose depending upon your present condition, age and body
weight. Some serious side effects have been reported in elderly patients having
dementia. Consult your doctor before receiving NORMADOL 5MG INJECTION.

Can I stop receiving NORMADOL 5MG INJECTION on my own?

Do not stop receiving NORMADOL 5MG INJECTION until and unless you are told by
your doctor to do so. Stopping management suddenly may cause side effects such
as nausea, vomiting, or difficulty in sleep. Ask for your doctor’s advice if you
wish to discontinue your management with NORMADOL 5MG INJECTION.

Do I need to undergo any diagnostic tests before or while being managed with
NORMADOL 5MG INJECTION?

Your doctor might want you to take several diagnostic tests before or during
your management with NORMADOL 5MG INJECTION such as ECG (electrocardiogram) or
checking the levels of electrolytes such as magnesium or potassium in your
blood.

Useful Diagnostic Tests

• Electrocardiogram (ECG)
• Serum electrolytes
• EEG (Electroencephalogram)