Rethinking Haloperidol in Geriatric Delirium

Update: 2024-09-28

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In this episode, we explore a recent study challenging the safety concerns surrounding haloperidol use in older patients post-surgery. We discuss its implications for managing delirium and compare it to other antipsychotics. Could haloperidol be the unsung hero in our psychopharmacological arsenal?

Faculty: Scott Beach, M.D.
Host: Richard Seeber, M.D.

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Rethinking Haloperidol in Geriatric Delirium

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Rethinking Haloperidol in Geriatric Delirium

Rethinking Haloperidol in Geriatric Delirium