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Genrest is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Schizophrenia. Genrest also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Genrest. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Genrest can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Genrest go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Genrest is Moderate for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Genrest related warnings talks about Genrest's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Genrest can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Genrest in conditions like Tardive Dyskinesia, Kidney Disease, Liver Disease. Other contraindications of Genrest have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Genrest may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Genrest is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Genrest is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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 |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Genrest safe for pregnant women?
Genrest can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Genrest, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Genrest safe during breastfeeding?
Genrest should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Genrest on the Kidneys?
Genrest has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Genrest on the Liver?
Genrest may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Genrest on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Genrest on the heart have been reported.
Genrest should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Genrest unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Genrest habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Genrest is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Genrest can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Genrest is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, taking Genrest can treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Genrest
When consumed with certain foods, Genrest may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Genrest
Consuming Genrest with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
This medicine data has been created by -
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