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Elderly (not for dementia-related psychosis; may increase risk of death). Avoid in congenital long QT syndrome, cardiac arrhythmias. Discontinue if neuroleptic malignant syndrome occurs; consider discontinuing if tardive dyskinesia occurs. Cardio- or cerebrovascular disease. Volume depletion. Pre-existing low WBC/ANC or history of leukopenia/neutropenia; monitor CBCs during 1^st few months of treatment; consider discontinuing if significant WBC declines. Monitor for hyperglycemia/diabetes, dyslipidemia, and weight gain prior to or soon after initiation. Perform fall risk assessments when initiating and recurrently on long-term therapy. History of seizures. Strenuous exercise. Exposure to extreme heat. Dehydration. Aspiration risk. Avoid exposing transdermal system to external heat sources. Write ℞ for smallest practical amount. Neonates: may cause extrapyramidal and/or withdrawal symptoms (due to exposure during 3^rd-trimester pregnancy). Pregnancy. Nursing mothers.