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Risp is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet, Syrup. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Schizophrenia. Secondary and off-label uses of Risp have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Risp. 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.
While these are the most often observed Risp side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Risp are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Risp's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Risp's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Tardive Dyskinesia, Kidney Disease, Liver Disease must refrain from the use of Risp since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Risp contraindications section.
Additionally, Risp may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Risp, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Risp 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 Risp safe for pregnant women?
Risp can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Risp, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Risp safe during breastfeeding?
Risp 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 Risp on the Kidneys?
Risp rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Risp on the Liver?
Side effects of Risp rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Risp on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Risp on the heart have been reported.
Risp 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 Risp unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Risp habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Risp has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Risp, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Risp can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Risp only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, in many cases, taking Risp can help with mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Risp
Risp may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Risp
Taking Risp with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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