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Don 1 Mg Tablet

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Don Information

Don is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Schizophrenia. Secondary and off-label uses of Don have also been mentioned below.

The optimal dosage of Don is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Don side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Don normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Don is Moderate for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Don has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Don related warnings section.

Don is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Tardive Dyskinesia, Kidney Disease, Liver Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Don contraindications section.

Drug reaction of Don with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Don is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.



Don Benefits & Uses

Don is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Don Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group Dosage
Adult
  • Disease: Schizophrenia
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 1 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric
  • Disease: Schizophrenia
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 0.5 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease: Schizophrenia
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 0.5 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)
  • Disease: Autism
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 0.5 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: patients above 5 years old having weight between 15 kg to 20 kg should take 0.25 mg once daily

Don Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Don safe for pregnant women?


    Don may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Don again without your doctor's advice.

    Moderate
  • Is the use of Don safe during breastfeeding?


    Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Don. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.

    Severe
  • What is the effect of Don on the Kidneys?


    Don may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Don on the Liver?


    Don is rarely harmful for the liver.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Don on the Heart?


    Very few cases of side effects of Don on the heart have been reported.

    Mild


Severe Interaction of Don with Other Drugs

Don should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate



Don Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Don unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Don

  • Is this Don habit forming or addictive?


    No, you will not get addicted to Don.

    No
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    After taking Don you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, Don is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    Yes, this Don works for mental disorders.

    Yes

Don Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Don


    Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Don to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.

    Mild
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Don


    Taking Don with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

    Severe


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Risperdal® (risperidone)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 441-442

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1101-1103

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