Haloperidol-induced bronchospasm.
A case of haloperidol-induced bronchospasm is described, and possible etiologies are suggested. Since haloperidol is commonly used in the treatment of psychoses, it is important for clinicians to be aware of this potentially lethal yet treatable side-effect.
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Department of Geriatric Psychiatry, Sunnybrook Health Sciences Center, Toronto, Ontario.
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D000284:Administration, Oral; D000328:Adult; D001986:Bronchial Spasm / Q000139:chemically induced*; D005260:Female; D006220:Haloperidol / Q000008:administration & dosage / Q000009:adverse effects*; D006760:Hospitalization; D006801:Humans; D011618:Psychotic Disorders / Q000188:drug therapy* / Q000523:psychology; D012307:Risk Factors
D006220:Haloperidol