| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8719524 | The Journal of Emergency Medicine | 2018 | 11 Pages |
Abstract
The results of this review demonstrate the improved safety (particularly regarding EPS and over-sedation) of certain newer-generation antipsychotic agents compared with haloperidol and benzodiazepines for the treatment of acutely agitated patients. The risk of prolonged QT interval and torsade de pointes needs to be considered with haloperidol and some of the second-generation antipsychotics.
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Authors
Leslie S. MD, MBA,