Andol 10 mg Tablet Substitute

Andol 10 mg Tablet is used to treat schizophrenia and Tourette syndrome.

Andol 10 mg Tablet contains Haloperidol, which is a typical antipsychotic drug. It works by blocking the action of dopamine, a chemical messenger in the brain that affects thoughts and mood.

It is not recommended that you stop taking Andol 10 mg Tablet without consulting your doctor. It may cause withdrawal symptoms such as palpitations (the sensation that the heart skipped a beat or extra beat), anxiety, confusion, difficulty sleeping, and tremors. Therefore, take Andol 10 mg Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it, and if you experience any difficulty while taking it, please consult your doctor so that the dose may be gradually reduced.

In some cases, long-term use of Andol 10 mg Tablet may cause dyskinesia (a movement disorder). However, your doctor prescribes this medication if the benefits outweigh the risks.

Andol 10 mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with dementia-related psychosis as it increases the risk of heart diseases like heart failure and infectious diseases like pneumonia. An alternate medicine should be considered based on the clinical condition.