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Peridon is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Schizophrenia. Secondary and off-label uses of Peridon have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Peridon depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. 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.
Some other side effects of Peridon have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Peridon normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Peridon is Moderate for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Peridon's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Peridon related warnings section.
Peridon is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Tardive Dyskinesia, Kidney Disease, Liver Disease are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Peridon have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Peridon have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Peridon is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Peridon 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 Peridon safe for pregnant women?
Peridon may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Peridon, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Peridon safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Peridon may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Peridon should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Peridon on the Kidneys?
Peridon rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Peridon on the Liver?
Peridon may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Peridon on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Peridon on the heart have been reported.
Peridon 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 Peridon unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Peridon habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Peridon is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Peridon as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Peridon is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, in many cases, taking Peridon can help with mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Peridon
Taking Peridon with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Peridon
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Peridon as it can have severe side effects.
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