Related Experiment Video
Updated: Jun 4, 2026

Three Laboratory Procedures for Assessing Different Manifestations of Impulsivity in Rats
Published on: March 17, 2019
Treatment of acute excited psychosis with intramuscular haloperidol
Abstract:
Haloperidol (Haldol) is useful in the management of acutely psychotic patients who present with excited behavior which threatens their safety and the safety of others. The use of haloperidol allows rapid control of psychotic behavior with minimal risk of hypotension and avoidance of the excessive sedation associated with other antipsychotics. This article summarizes the rationale, indications, goals and treatment techniques of rapid treatment with intramuscular haloperidol. Major side effects and their management are discussed.
Related Concept Videos
Psychosis: Goals of Pharmacotherapy
Psychosis and Antipsychotic Drugs: Overview
Parkinson's Disease: Treatment
Parkinson's Disease is primarily a result of the loss of dopaminergic neurons in the substantia nigra pars compacta. The cornerstone of its...
Drug Therapy
Antianxiety Medications
Mania and Antimanic Drugs: Overview
Pharmaceutical Poisoning: Treatment Strategies
