Risperidone Benefits & Uses

Risperidone is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Schizophrenia

Other Benefits

Risperidone Dosage & How to Take

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	Disease: Schizophrenia Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Schizophrenia Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 0.5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Schizophrenia Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 0.5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Autism Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 0.5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: patients above 5 years old having weight between 15 kg to 20 kg should take 0.25 mg once daily

Risperidone Related Warnings

Is the use of Risperidone safe for pregnant women?

Risperidone may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Risperidone, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Risperidone safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Risperidone. It should only be taken after medical advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Risperidone on the Kidneys?

Risperidone may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Risperidone on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Risperidone on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Risperidone on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Risperidone on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Risperidone with Other Drugs

Risperidone should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Phenytoin

Moderate

Acarbose

Caffeine

Codeine

Pseudoephedrine

Risperidone Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Risperidone unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Depression
Suicidal Tendency
Tardive Dyskinesia
Heart Failure
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Parkinson's Disease
Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome

Frequently asked Questions about Risperidone

Is this Risperidone habit forming or addictive?

Risperidone does not cause addiction.

No
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 Risperidone can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Risperidone is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Yes, this Risperidone works for mental disorders.

Yes

Risperidone Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Risperidone

Risperidone may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Risperidone

Consumption of alcohol and Risperidone together may have severe effects on your health.

Severe