Description

Haldol is an antipsychotic medication used primarily to treat schizophrenia and acute psychosis. It can also be used for the management of severe behavioral problems in children and for nausea and vomiting.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that Haldol may be referred to by its generic name, haloperidol, in some contexts. It is important to maintain a clinical register when discussing this medication, as it is often used in serious mental health situations. Avoid colloquial terms that may arise in patient conversations.

Example Sentences

EN: The doctor prescribed Haldol to help manage the patient's severe agitation.

ES: El médico recetó Haldol para ayudar a controlar la agitación severa del paciente.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing Haldol with other antipsychotics; mispronouncing Haldol as 'haldol' with incorrect emphasis; using informal terms instead of the clinical name.