agidol 20 tablet

4.4 (14 reviews)

Haloperidol (20mg)

🏭 Consern Pharma Limited 📦 Varies by brand 💊 Allopathy 📅 Updated: Aug 22, 2026

📋 Prescription Required 💊 Generic Available

Medically Reviewed

SaathiMed Expert Panel | Aug 22, 2026

What is agidol 20 tablet used for?

Andol 5mg Tablet (Haloperidol) is used to treat NEURO CNS. It contains Haloperidol (20mg), which Blocks dopamine D2 receptors in the brain, reducing dopaminergic neurotransmissi. Always consult your doctor before use. Take as prescribed.

Generic Name: Haloperidol
Manufacturer: Consern Pharma Limited
Form: Allopathy
Pregnancy Category: A
Prescription Required: Yes

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💊 agidol 20 tablet Uses & Benefits

Schizophrenia, acute psychosis, Tourette syndrome, severe behavioral problems, nausea/vomiting (off-label).

Off-label uses: Delirium, severe anxiety, intractable hiccups, chemotherapy-induced nausea.

📋 Drug Information

Generic Name(s)	Haloperidol
Brand Name	Andol 5mg Tablet
Manufacturer	Consern Pharma Limited
Packaging / Form	Varies by brand (Allopathy)
Therapeutic Class	NEURO CNS
Action Class	Typical Antipsychotics
Route of Administration	Oral, intramuscular (IM), intravenous (IV).
Storage	Store at 20-25°C (68-77°F); protect from light and moisture.
Shelf Life	As per manufacturer

🔬 Pharmacology (PK/PD)

Pharmacokinetics

AbsorptionWell absorbed orally; peak plasma concentration reached in 2-6 hours.

DistributionWidely distributed; crosses blood-brain barrier; volume of distribution 10-20 L/kg.

Protein BindingApproximately 90% bound to plasma proteins.

MetabolismExtensively metabolized in the liver via CYP3A4, CYP2D6, and other pathways.

Half-Life12-36 hours (oral); longer with chronic use.

ExcretionPrimarily excreted in urine (30-40% as metabolites) and feces (15-20%).

Bioavailability60-70% (oral); 100% (IM).

Onset of Action30-60 minutes (oral); 15-30 minutes (IM).

Peak Plasma Time2-6 hours (oral); 20-40 minutes (IM).

Duration of Action12-24 hours (oral); 24-48 hours (IM depot).

How It Works

Blocks dopamine D2 receptors in the brain, reducing dopaminergic neurotransmission.

Mechanism Steps

1Haloperidol enters the brain and binds to postsynaptic dopamine D2 receptors.

2Blocks dopamine binding, reducing dopaminergic neurotransmission.

3Decreases positive symptoms of psychosis (hallucinations, delusions).

💡 How to Take agidol 20 tablet

Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.

⚠️ Side Effects of agidol 20 tablet

✅ Common Side Effects

Extrapyramidal symptoms
Sedation
Dry mouth
Constipation
Blurred vision
Weight gain

🚨 Serious Side Effects

Neuroleptic malignant syndrome
QT prolongation
Tardive dyskinesia
Seizures
Agranulocytosis

⚠️ Rare Side Effects

Hepatic failure
Pancreatitis
Prolactin elevation
Photosensitivity

Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.

🔬 Drug Interactions

⚠️ Drug	Severity	Effect
CNS depressants	Major	Increased sedation and respiratory depression
Anticholinergics	Major	Increased anticholinergic side effects
Levodopa	Major	Reduced levodopa efficacy
Lithium	Major	Increased risk of neurotoxicity
QT-prolonging drugs	Major	Increased risk of torsades de pointes
Antihypertensives	Moderate	Enhanced hypotensive effect
Anticoagulants	Moderate	Possible altered anticoagulation
Antiepileptics	Moderate	May lower seizure threshold
CYP3A4 inhibitors	Moderate	Increased haloperidol levels
CYP3A4 inducers	Moderate	Decreased haloperidol levels
Antacids	Minor	Reduced absorption of haloperidol
Smoking	Minor	May decrease haloperidol levels

🚨 Major Interactions

CNS depressants
Anticholinergics
Levodopa
Lithium
QT-prolonging drugs

⚡ Moderate Interactions

Antihypertensives
Anticoagulants
Antiepileptics
CYP3A4 inhibitors/inducers

ℹ️ Minor Interactions

Antacids
Smoking

🍽️ Food Interactions

Grapefruit juice (may increase haloperidol levels), High-fat meals may increase absorption

🍷 Alcohol Interaction

Additive CNS depression; avoid alcohol.

🛡️ Safety & Warnings

🚫 Contraindications

Hypersensitivity, Parkinson's disease, severe CNS depression, QT prolongation, history of neuroleptic malignant syndrome.

📊 Monitoring Parameters

ECG (QT interval), liver function, renal function, blood pressure, extrapyramidal symptoms, mental status.

🤱 Lactation Safety

Excreted in breast milk; avoid breastfeeding or monitor infant for sedation.

💊 Overdose Management

Supportive care; ECG monitoring; benzodiazepines for agitation; anticholinergics for extrapyramidal symptoms; avoid epinephrine.

⏰ Missed Dose

Take as soon as remembered; if near next dose, skip missed dose; do not double.

👨‍⚕️ Reviewed by Expert

SaathiMed Expert Panel

MD, PhD - Pharmacology

Last reviewed on: Aug 22, 2026

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⭐ User Reviews

Regular Customer Jul 10, 2026

Good quality medicine. Satisfied with the outcome.

Verified User Jul 10, 2026

Helpful and effective medicine as per my experience. Always consult a doctor.