Haloperidol + Trihexyphenidyl
Information about Haloperidol + Trihexyphenidyl
Haloperidol + trihexyphenidyl uses
Haloperidol+Trihexyphenidyl is used in the treatment of schizophrenia.
How haloperidol + trihexyphenidyl works
This is a combination of two medicines: Haloperidol and Trihexyphenidyl. Haloperidol is a typical antipsychotic. It works by blocking the action of a chemical messenger (dopamine) in the brain that affects thoughts and mood. However, it may cause side effects such as involuntary movements (shaking of hands, muscle spasms). Trihexyphenidyl is added to treat and prevent these side effects.
Common side effects of haloperidol + trihexyphenidyl
Nausea, Constipation, Dryness in mouth, Sedation, Weight gain, Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing), Urinary retention, Increased prolactin level in blood, Dizziness, Blurred vision, Nervousness