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Date: | Wed, 5 Nov 1997 17:22:23 -0500 |
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Re : Haldol (haloperidol)
The Haldol preparation is the decanoate salt which is the repository form,
and slowly releases Haldol from the muscle tissue over a period of about 1
month. Doses are calculated from the daily intake and then multiplied
accordingly, so that the individual gets about a months worth of Haldol in
one injection.
Certainly the concentration of Haldol in milk is small, but its half-life
is exceedingly long. If this were a weak premature infant, I would suggest
the risks are excessive. If this were a robust 12 month old infant, I
wouldn't worry so much.
The major problem is the published reports suggesting that strong
neuroleptics (thorazine,etc) may significantly increase the risk of SIDS.
Regards
Tom Hale, Ph.D.
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