Is haldol same as haloperidol?

Yes. Haldol is the brand name for the antipsychotic haloperidol. They’re the same medication; haloperidol is the generic name.

Notes:
- They have the same active ingredient. Any differences are usually in fillers/excipients or the specific formulation (tablet, oral solution, IM injection, or long-acting injectable).
- Generics and brand-name products are generally interchangeable for the same formulation and dose, but you shouldn’t switch formulations (e.g., from a short-acting to a long-acting injectable, or between brands) without your clinician’s guidance.
- If you have concerns about side effects or drug interactions, or you’re starting or changing a formulation, talk to your doctor or pharmacist.