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Ristab, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Schizophrenia are some of its major therapeutic uses. Ristab also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Ristab is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Ristab have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Ristab normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Ristab's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Ristab related warnings talks about Ristab's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Ristab can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Ristab in conditions like Tardive Dyskinesia, Kidney Disease, Liver Disease. The section on Ristab contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Ristab have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Ristab is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Ristab 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 Ristab safe for pregnant women?
Ristab can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Ristab right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Ristab safe during breastfeeding?
Ristab may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Ristab on the Kidneys?
Ristab may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Ristab on the Liver?
Side effects of Ristab rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Ristab on the Heart?
Ristab is rarely harmful for the heart.
Ristab 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 Ristab unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ristab habit forming or addictive?
Ristab does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Ristab you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Ristab should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, this Ristab works for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Ristab
Some foods when eaten with Ristab can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ristab
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Ristab 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