Abnormal cardiac rhythm associated with intravenous haloperidol

What abnormal cardiac rhythm is (rarely) associated with intravenous haloperidol? 

QTc prolongation and torsades de pointes.

Telemetry and close monitoring of potassium and magnesium are recommended.

Remember that all antipsychotics may prolong the QTc interval.

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