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Risperidone (Risperdal)

 

Risperidone (generic Risperdal) Review

brand name: Risperdal
generic name: Risperidone

What is risperidone?

Risperidone is an antipsychotic medication. It works by changing the effects of chemicals in the brain.

Risperidone is used to treat schizophrenia and symptoms of bipolar disorder (manic depression). Risperidone is also used in autistic children to treat symptoms of irritability.

Risperidone may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.

Where can I keep my medicine?

Keep out of the reach of children in a container that small children cannot open.

Store at room temperature between 15 to 25 degrees C (59 and 77 degrees F). Protect the tablets from exposure to bright light. Throw away any unused medicine after the expiration date.

Why should Risperdal not be prescribed?

If you are sensitive to or have ever had an allergic reaction to Risperdal or other major tranquilizers, you should not take this medication.

Risperdal should not be used to treat elderly patients who have dementia because the drug could increase the risk of stroke.

Label warnings

• This medication may cause drowsiness. If affected do not drive or operate machinery. Avoid alcoholic drink.
  
  

How should you take Risperidone (Risperdal)?

Do not take more or less of Risperidone (Risperdal) than prescribed. Higher doses are more likely to cause unwanted side effects.

Risperdal orally disintegrating tablets (M-Tabs) come in blister packs and should not be removed from the package until you are ready to take them. When it's time for your dose, use dry fingers to peel back the foil of the blister pack to remove the tablet; do not push the tablet through the foil because this could damage the tablet. Immediately place the tablet on your tongue. The medication dissolves in the mouth quickly and can be swallowed with or without liquid. You should not split or chew the orally disintegrating tablets.

Risperdal may be taken with or without food.

--Storage instructions...

Store at room temperature. Protect tablets from light and moisture; protect oral solution from light and freezing.

Risperdal oral solution comes with a calibrated pipette to use for measuring. The oral solution can be taken with water, orange juice, coffee, and low-fat milk, but not with cola drinks or tea.

--If you miss a dose...

Take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the one you missed and go back to your regular schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.

What if I miss a dose?

If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, take only that dose. Do not take double or extra doses.