Pharmacology – MCQ 79 – Commonest side effect of haloperidol

The most common side effect reported in case of treatment with haloperidol is:
A. Hypotension
B. Akathisia
C. Dryness of mouth
D. Tic disorder

Correct answer : B. Akathisia

Haloperidol produces extrapyramidal side effects (Akathasia, Acute dystonia, Parkinsonism).

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