Haloperidol and Propofol interaction

Haloperidol and Propofol: both prescribing labels flag this combination with the strongest language, such as a contraindication, a boxed warning, or an instruction to avoid it.

Major

Do not combine without a prescriber's guidance. The label language below is the strongest FDA uses.

What the FDA labels say

From the Haloperidol (Haldol Decanoate) label · effective 2025-11-11

Major

Prevention or Management Avoid concomitant use of HALDOL DECANOATE with CNS depressants such as anesthetics, opioids, and alcohol.

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Moderate

CNS Depressants Clinical Impact Haloperidol may potentiate CNS depressants.

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From the Propofol (Diprivan) label · effective 2025-09-10

Moderate

As with other sedative medications, there is wide interpatient variability in DIPRIVAN dosage requirements, and these requirements may change with time.

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