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Haloperidol-induced bronchospasm.

R Sethna¹, R Notkin

¹Department of Geriatric Psychiatry, Sunnybrook Health Sciences Center, Toronto, Ontario.

Canadian Journal of Psychiatry. Revue Canadienne De Psychiatrie

|September 1, 1991

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A rare case of haloperidol-induced bronchospasm is presented. Clinicians should recognize this serious but treatable side effect of haloperidol, a common antipsychotic medication.

Area of Science:

Pharmacology
Pulmonology
Clinical Medicine

Background:

Haloperidol is a widely prescribed antipsychotic medication used for managing various psychotic disorders.
Adverse drug reactions can significantly impact patient care and treatment outcomes.

Observation:

This report details a specific case of bronchospasm occurring as a direct adverse effect of haloperidol administration.
The patient experienced respiratory distress attributed to the medication.

Findings:

Bronchospasm is identified as a potential, albeit uncommon, side effect of haloperidol.
Several possible mechanisms for haloperidol-induced bronchospasm are discussed, warranting further investigation.

Implications:

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Awareness of this adverse effect is crucial for healthcare professionals prescribing haloperidol.

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