Halidace is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Schizophrenia. Halidace also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Halidace. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Halidace side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Halidace are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Halidace's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Severe while nursing. Warnings related to Halidace's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Depression, Arrhythmia, Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate) must refrain from the use of Halidace since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Halidace are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Halidace have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Halidace is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Halidace is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Halidace is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Halidace safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Halidace. It is best to stop taking Halidace immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Halidace safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Halidace. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Halidace on the Kidneys?
Using Halidace does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Halidace on the Liver?
Halidace has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Halidace on the Heart?
Side effects of Halidace rarely affect the heart.
Halidace should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Halidace unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Halidace habit forming or addictive?
Halidace does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Halidace, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Halidace can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Halidace only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, in many cases, taking Halidace can help with mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Halidace
It is safe to take Halidace with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Halidace
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Halidace as it can have severe side effects.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
