Droperidol is a medication that belongs to the class of drugs called butyrophenones. It is primarily used for the treatment of nausea and vomiting associated with surgery or other medical procedures. It is also used for the short-term management of acute agitation and violent behavior in people with mental illnesses or substance abuse disorders.
The brand name for droperidol injection is Inapsine. The dose of droperidol injection for nausea and vomiting typically ranges from 0.625 mg to 1.25 mg given intravenously (IV) or intramuscularly (IM) every 6 to 8 hours as needed. For the management of acute agitation, the initial dose is usually 2.5 mg to 5 mg given IM or IV, with additional doses given as needed at intervals of 15 to 30 minutes, up to a maximum daily dose of 20 mg. It is important to note that droperidol should only be administered by healthcare professionals who are trained in the use of the medication and who have access to emergency medical services in case of adverse reactions.