Textbook and Publication Errata
Haloperidol monograph errata from Lexi-Comp
The haloperidol monograph in the 7th edition of the Lexi-Comp Drug Information Handbook for Psychiatry (2nd edition; 2000 page 487) and the Psychotropic Drug Information Handbook (2000 page 137) contains an error. The monograph states :
Under Usal Dosing: Rapid tranquilization of agitation patient (administer every 30-60 minutes)
| Oral: | 100 mg | |
| I.M.: | 50 mg | |
| Average total dose for tranquilization: | 300-600 mg |
Here is the updated information as it should read.
| Oral: | 10 mg | |
| I.M.: | 5 mg | |
| Average total dose for tranquilization: | 30 - 60 mg |
