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Rispond, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Schizophrenia. Rispond also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Rispond depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Rispond side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Rispond 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.
Rispond's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Severe while nursing. Warnings related to Rispond'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 Rispond since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Rispond contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Rispond have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Rispond is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Rispond 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 Rispond safe for pregnant women?
Rispond may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Rispond again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Rispond safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Rispond may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Rispond should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Rispond on the Kidneys?
Rispond has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Rispond on the Liver?
Side effects of Rispond rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Rispond on the Heart?
Rispond is rarely harmful for the heart.
Rispond 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 Rispond unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Rispond habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Rispond 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 Rispond can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Rispond only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, Rispond is useful in treating mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Rispond
Taking Rispond with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Rispond
Taking Rispond 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
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