Risperdal

Irritability, Autism, Schizophrenia + 10 more
Treatment
3 FDA approvals
20 Active Studies for Risperdal

What is Risperdal

RisperidoneThe Generic name of this drug
Treatment SummaryRisperidone is a medication used to treat mental health conditions like schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. It is a type of antipsychotic medication that works by blocking certain chemical receptors in the brain, reducing the overactivity of certain pathways. Risperidone binds very strongly to certain receptors in the brain, and has lesser activity at other targets which may contribute to side effects.
Risperidoneis the brand name
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Risperdal Overview & Background
Brand Name
Generic Name
First FDA Approval
How many FDA approvals?
Risperidone
Risperidone
1993
522

Approved as Treatment by the FDA

Risperidone, also known as Risperidone, is approved by the FDA for 3 uses such as Bipolar Disorder and Acute Mania .
Bipolar Disorder
Acute Mania
Bipolar Disorder

Effectiveness

How Risperdal Affects PatientsRisperidone works by reducing the activity of certain chemicals in the brain like dopamine and serotonin. It does this by attaching itself to certain receptors in the brain, with a higher binding affinity for serotonin receptors than dopamine receptors. This makes it different from other antipsychotic drugs which tend to attach more strongly to dopamine receptors. This difference is thought to be the reason why risperidone causes fewer side effects than its predecessors.
How Risperdal works in the bodyRisperidone works by stopping too much dopamine and serotonin from being released in the brain. Excess dopamine and serotonin can cause delusions, hallucinations and other symptoms of schizophrenia. Risperidone is able to block these receptors for a short time, reducing the amount of dopamine and serotonin in the brain. This helps to reduce the symptoms of schizophrenia without causing side effects. Risperidone also blocks other receptors such as alpha-1, alpha-2, and histamine, which may also help reduce symptoms of schizophrenia, though the exact mechanism of action is not yet known.

When to interrupt dosage

The measure of Risperdal is contingent upon the determined issue, including Psychotic Disorders, Irritability and Acute Mania. The quantity of dosage changes, as per the procedure of delivery (e.g. Subcutaneous or Solution) presented in the table below.
Condition
Dosage
Administration
Autism
, 0.5 mg, 1.0 mg, 2.0 mg, 4.0 mg, 3.0 mg, 0.25 mg, 1.0 mg/mL, 25.0 mg, 37.5 mg, 50.0 mg, 12.5 mg, 5.0 mg, 12.5 mg/mL, 37.5 mg/mL, 50.0 mg/mL, 25.0 mg/mL, 900.0 mg/mL, 1200.0 mg/mL, 120.0 mg, 90.0 mg
, Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Solution, Solution - Oral, Tablet, orally disintegrating, Tablet, orally disintegrating - Oral, Tablet, coated, Tablet, coated - Oral, Intramuscular, Injection, powder, for suspension, extended release; Kit, Injection, powder, for suspension, extended release; Kit - Intramuscular, Kit, Kit - Subcutaneous, Subcutaneous, Kit; Powder, for suspension, Kit; Powder, for suspension - Subcutaneous, Injection, powder, for suspension, extended release; Kit - Subcutaneous
Behcet Syndrome
, 0.5 mg, 1.0 mg, 2.0 mg, 4.0 mg, 3.0 mg, 0.25 mg, 1.0 mg/mL, 25.0 mg, 37.5 mg, 50.0 mg, 12.5 mg, 5.0 mg, 12.5 mg/mL, 37.5 mg/mL, 50.0 mg/mL, 25.0 mg/mL, 900.0 mg/mL, 1200.0 mg/mL, 120.0 mg, 90.0 mg
, Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Solution, Solution - Oral, Tablet, orally disintegrating, Tablet, orally disintegrating - Oral, Tablet, coated, Tablet, coated - Oral, Intramuscular, Injection, powder, for suspension, extended release; Kit, Injection, powder, for suspension, extended release; Kit - Intramuscular, Kit, Kit - Subcutaneous, Subcutaneous, Kit; Powder, for suspension, Kit; Powder, for suspension - Subcutaneous, Injection, powder, for suspension, extended release; Kit - Subcutaneous
Acute Coryza
, 0.5 mg, 1.0 mg, 2.0 mg, 4.0 mg, 3.0 mg, 0.25 mg, 1.0 mg/mL, 25.0 mg, 37.5 mg, 50.0 mg, 12.5 mg, 5.0 mg, 12.5 mg/mL, 37.5 mg/mL, 50.0 mg/mL, 25.0 mg/mL, 900.0 mg/mL, 1200.0 mg/mL, 120.0 mg, 90.0 mg
, Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Solution, Solution - Oral, Tablet, orally disintegrating, Tablet, orally disintegrating - Oral, Tablet, coated, Tablet, coated - Oral, Intramuscular, Injection, powder, for suspension, extended release; Kit, Injection, powder, for suspension, extended release; Kit - Intramuscular, Kit, Kit - Subcutaneous, Subcutaneous, Kit; Powder, for suspension, Kit; Powder, for suspension - Subcutaneous, Injection, powder, for suspension, extended release; Kit - Subcutaneous
Bipolar Disorder
, 0.5 mg, 1.0 mg, 2.0 mg, 4.0 mg, 3.0 mg, 0.25 mg, 1.0 mg/mL, 25.0 mg, 37.5 mg, 50.0 mg, 12.5 mg, 5.0 mg, 12.5 mg/mL, 37.5 mg/mL, 50.0 mg/mL, 25.0 mg/mL, 900.0 mg/mL, 1200.0 mg/mL, 120.0 mg, 90.0 mg
, Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Solution, Solution - Oral, Tablet, orally disintegrating, Tablet, orally disintegrating - Oral, Tablet, coated, Tablet, coated - Oral, Intramuscular, Injection, powder, for suspension, extended release; Kit, Injection, powder, for suspension, extended release; Kit - Intramuscular, Kit, Kit - Subcutaneous, Subcutaneous, Kit; Powder, for suspension, Kit; Powder, for suspension - Subcutaneous, Injection, powder, for suspension, extended release; Kit - Subcutaneous
Psychotic Disorders
, 0.5 mg, 1.0 mg, 2.0 mg, 4.0 mg, 3.0 mg, 0.25 mg, 1.0 mg/mL, 25.0 mg, 37.5 mg, 50.0 mg, 12.5 mg, 5.0 mg, 12.5 mg/mL, 37.5 mg/mL, 50.0 mg/mL, 25.0 mg/mL, 900.0 mg/mL, 1200.0 mg/mL, 120.0 mg, 90.0 mg
, Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Solution, Solution - Oral, Tablet, orally disintegrating, Tablet, orally disintegrating - Oral, Tablet, coated, Tablet, coated - Oral, Intramuscular, Injection, powder, for suspension, extended release; Kit, Injection, powder, for suspension, extended release; Kit - Intramuscular, Kit, Kit - Subcutaneous, Subcutaneous, Kit; Powder, for suspension, Kit; Powder, for suspension - Subcutaneous, Injection, powder, for suspension, extended release; Kit - Subcutaneous
Schizophrenia
, 0.5 mg, 1.0 mg, 2.0 mg, 4.0 mg, 3.0 mg, 0.25 mg, 1.0 mg/mL, 25.0 mg, 37.5 mg, 50.0 mg, 12.5 mg, 5.0 mg, 12.5 mg/mL, 37.5 mg/mL, 50.0 mg/mL, 25.0 mg/mL, 900.0 mg/mL, 1200.0 mg/mL, 120.0 mg, 90.0 mg
, Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Solution, Solution - Oral, Tablet, orally disintegrating, Tablet, orally disintegrating - Oral, Tablet, coated, Tablet, coated - Oral, Intramuscular, Injection, powder, for suspension, extended release; Kit, Injection, powder, for suspension, extended release; Kit - Intramuscular, Kit, Kit - Subcutaneous, Subcutaneous, Kit; Powder, for suspension, Kit; Powder, for suspension - Subcutaneous, Injection, powder, for suspension, extended release; Kit - Subcutaneous
Acute Mania
, 0.5 mg, 1.0 mg, 2.0 mg, 4.0 mg, 3.0 mg, 0.25 mg, 1.0 mg/mL, 25.0 mg, 37.5 mg, 50.0 mg, 12.5 mg, 5.0 mg, 12.5 mg/mL, 37.5 mg/mL, 50.0 mg/mL, 25.0 mg/mL, 900.0 mg/mL, 1200.0 mg/mL, 120.0 mg, 90.0 mg
, Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Solution, Solution - Oral, Tablet, orally disintegrating, Tablet, orally disintegrating - Oral, Tablet, coated, Tablet, coated - Oral, Intramuscular, Injection, powder, for suspension, extended release; Kit, Injection, powder, for suspension, extended release; Kit - Intramuscular, Kit, Kit - Subcutaneous, Subcutaneous, Kit; Powder, for suspension, Kit; Powder, for suspension - Subcutaneous, Injection, powder, for suspension, extended release; Kit - Subcutaneous
responsive to first treatment
, 0.5 mg, 1.0 mg, 2.0 mg, 4.0 mg, 3.0 mg, 0.25 mg, 1.0 mg/mL, 25.0 mg, 37.5 mg, 50.0 mg, 12.5 mg, 5.0 mg, 12.5 mg/mL, 37.5 mg/mL, 50.0 mg/mL, 25.0 mg/mL, 900.0 mg/mL, 1200.0 mg/mL, 120.0 mg, 90.0 mg
, Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Solution, Solution - Oral, Tablet, orally disintegrating, Tablet, orally disintegrating - Oral, Tablet, coated, Tablet, coated - Oral, Intramuscular, Injection, powder, for suspension, extended release; Kit, Injection, powder, for suspension, extended release; Kit - Intramuscular, Kit, Kit - Subcutaneous, Subcutaneous, Kit; Powder, for suspension, Kit; Powder, for suspension - Subcutaneous, Injection, powder, for suspension, extended release; Kit - Subcutaneous
Irritability
, 0.5 mg, 1.0 mg, 2.0 mg, 4.0 mg, 3.0 mg, 0.25 mg, 1.0 mg/mL, 25.0 mg, 37.5 mg, 50.0 mg, 12.5 mg, 5.0 mg, 12.5 mg/mL, 37.5 mg/mL, 50.0 mg/mL, 25.0 mg/mL, 900.0 mg/mL, 1200.0 mg/mL, 120.0 mg, 90.0 mg
, Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Solution, Solution - Oral, Tablet, orally disintegrating, Tablet, orally disintegrating - Oral, Tablet, coated, Tablet, coated - Oral, Intramuscular, Injection, powder, for suspension, extended release; Kit, Injection, powder, for suspension, extended release; Kit - Intramuscular, Kit, Kit - Subcutaneous, Subcutaneous, Kit; Powder, for suspension, Kit; Powder, for suspension - Subcutaneous, Injection, powder, for suspension, extended release; Kit - Subcutaneous
Schizophrenia
, 0.5 mg, 1.0 mg, 2.0 mg, 4.0 mg, 3.0 mg, 0.25 mg, 1.0 mg/mL, 25.0 mg, 37.5 mg, 50.0 mg, 12.5 mg, 5.0 mg, 12.5 mg/mL, 37.5 mg/mL, 50.0 mg/mL, 25.0 mg/mL, 900.0 mg/mL, 1200.0 mg/mL, 120.0 mg, 90.0 mg
, Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Solution, Solution - Oral, Tablet, orally disintegrating, Tablet, orally disintegrating - Oral, Tablet, coated, Tablet, coated - Oral, Intramuscular, Injection, powder, for suspension, extended release; Kit, Injection, powder, for suspension, extended release; Kit - Intramuscular, Kit, Kit - Subcutaneous, Subcutaneous, Kit; Powder, for suspension, Kit; Powder, for suspension - Subcutaneous, Injection, powder, for suspension, extended release; Kit - Subcutaneous
Schizophrenia
, 0.5 mg, 1.0 mg, 2.0 mg, 4.0 mg, 3.0 mg, 0.25 mg, 1.0 mg/mL, 25.0 mg, 37.5 mg, 50.0 mg, 12.5 mg, 5.0 mg, 12.5 mg/mL, 37.5 mg/mL, 50.0 mg/mL, 25.0 mg/mL, 900.0 mg/mL, 1200.0 mg/mL, 120.0 mg, 90.0 mg
, Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Solution, Solution - Oral, Tablet, orally disintegrating, Tablet, orally disintegrating - Oral, Tablet, coated, Tablet, coated - Oral, Intramuscular, Injection, powder, for suspension, extended release; Kit, Injection, powder, for suspension, extended release; Kit - Intramuscular, Kit, Kit - Subcutaneous, Subcutaneous, Kit; Powder, for suspension, Kit; Powder, for suspension - Subcutaneous, Injection, powder, for suspension, extended release; Kit - Subcutaneous
Alzheimer's Disease
, 0.5 mg, 1.0 mg, 2.0 mg, 4.0 mg, 3.0 mg, 0.25 mg, 1.0 mg/mL, 25.0 mg, 37.5 mg, 50.0 mg, 12.5 mg, 5.0 mg, 12.5 mg/mL, 37.5 mg/mL, 50.0 mg/mL, 25.0 mg/mL, 900.0 mg/mL, 1200.0 mg/mL, 120.0 mg, 90.0 mg
, Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Solution, Solution - Oral, Tablet, orally disintegrating, Tablet, orally disintegrating - Oral, Tablet, coated, Tablet, coated - Oral, Intramuscular, Injection, powder, for suspension, extended release; Kit, Injection, powder, for suspension, extended release; Kit - Intramuscular, Kit, Kit - Subcutaneous, Subcutaneous, Kit; Powder, for suspension, Kit; Powder, for suspension - Subcutaneous, Injection, powder, for suspension, extended release; Kit - Subcutaneous
Bipolar Disorder
, 0.5 mg, 1.0 mg, 2.0 mg, 4.0 mg, 3.0 mg, 0.25 mg, 1.0 mg/mL, 25.0 mg, 37.5 mg, 50.0 mg, 12.5 mg, 5.0 mg, 12.5 mg/mL, 37.5 mg/mL, 50.0 mg/mL, 25.0 mg/mL, 900.0 mg/mL, 1200.0 mg/mL, 120.0 mg, 90.0 mg
, Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Solution, Solution - Oral, Tablet, orally disintegrating, Tablet, orally disintegrating - Oral, Tablet, coated, Tablet, coated - Oral, Intramuscular, Injection, powder, for suspension, extended release; Kit, Injection, powder, for suspension, extended release; Kit - Intramuscular, Kit, Kit - Subcutaneous, Subcutaneous, Kit; Powder, for suspension, Kit; Powder, for suspension - Subcutaneous, Injection, powder, for suspension, extended release; Kit - Subcutaneous

Warnings

Risperdal has two contraindications. It should not be taken when encountering any of the conditions listed in the following table.Risperdal Contraindications
Condition
Risk Level
Notes
Severe Hypersensitivity Reactions
Do Not Combine
Risperidone may interact with Pulse Frequency
Pulse Frequency
Do Not Combine
There are 20 known major drug interactions with Risperdal.
Common Risperdal Drug Interactions
Drug Name
Risk Level
Description
Acepromazine
Major
Risperidone may increase the orthostatic hypotensive, hypotensive, and antihypertensive activities of Acepromazine.
Alfuzosin
Major
Risperidone may increase the hypotensive activities of Alfuzosin.
Amisulpride
Major
Risperidone may increase the antipsychotic activities of Amisulpride.
Aripiprazole
Major
Risperidone may increase the orthostatic hypotensive, hypotensive, and antihypertensive activities of Aripiprazole.
Aripiprazole lauroxil
Major
Risperidone may increase the orthostatic hypotensive, hypotensive, and antihypertensive activities of Aripiprazole lauroxil.
Risperdal Toxicity & Overdose RiskOverdosing on Levetiracetam can cause fatigue, body spasms, rapid heart rate, slow heart rate, and seizures. The lethal dose in rats is 57.7 mg/kg if given orally or 34 mg/kg if given intravenously.
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Risperdal Novel Uses: Which Conditions Have a Clinical Trial Featuring Risperdal?

359 active studies are currently being conducted to evaluate the potential of Risperdal to provide relief from Acute Mania, Bipolar Disorder and Autism.
Condition
Clinical Trials
Trial Phases
Psychotic Disorders
0 Actively Recruiting
Behcet Syndrome
2 Actively Recruiting
Not Applicable
Bipolar Disorder
1 Actively Recruiting
Phase 4
Acute Mania
0 Actively Recruiting
Alzheimer's Disease
31 Actively Recruiting
Phase 2, Not Applicable, Phase 1, Phase 3
Schizophrenia
34 Actively Recruiting
Early Phase 1, Not Applicable, Phase 4
responsive to first treatment
0 Actively Recruiting
Autism
136 Actively Recruiting
Phase 3, Not Applicable, Phase 2, Phase 1, Phase 4, Early Phase 1
Schizophrenia
174 Actively Recruiting
Not Applicable, Phase 3, Phase 2, Early Phase 1, Phase 4, Phase 1
Bipolar Disorder
0 Actively Recruiting
Schizophrenia
0 Actively Recruiting
Acute Coryza
1 Actively Recruiting
Not Applicable
Irritability
4 Actively Recruiting
Not Applicable, Phase 4

Risperdal Reviews: What are patients saying about Risperdal?

4Patient Review
2/13/2022
Risperdal for Bipolar Disorder in Remission
I definitely notice a difference in my mood stability when I'm on this medication. Without it, I tend to swing to more extreme emotions; however, while on the medication, I feel much more even-keeled.
4Patient Review
8/13/2022
Risperdal for Schizophrenia
It can be tough to keep my eyes open on this medication, but I've gotten used to it. The only other downside is that sidewalk walking and being around cars can be dangerous if my eyes close for even a few seconds. But overall, this med works great for my schizophrenia.
4Patient Review
9/4/2019
Risperdal for Bipolar Disorder in Remission
I felt a little dizzy on the first day taking risperidone, but that went away quickly. After a month of taking it, I've noticed my focus and concentration have improved significantly. The only downside is that I feel a little tired, but it's not too bad.
4Patient Review
8/13/2022
Risperdal for Schizophrenia
It can be tough to keep my eyes open when I'm on this medication, but I've gotten used to it. The main thing is that it really helps with my schizophrenia.
4Patient Review
9/4/2019
Risperdal for Bipolar Disorder in Remission
I felt a little dizzy after taking the medication the first day, but that went away. I've been on it for 4 weeks now and have definitely noticed an improvement in my focus and concentration. The medicine makes me feel a little tired, but it's not too bad.
4Patient Review
2/13/2022
Risperdal for Bipolar Disorder in Remission
Before taking this medication, my mood swings were really severe. Now that I'm on it, I don't feel those extremes as much. It's helped me a lot.
3.7Patient Review
11/3/2022
Risperdal for Bipolar Disorder in Remission
While this medication was effective in treating my schizophrenia, it unfortunately also rendered me infertile. In 12 years of use, I have tried to impregnate 100 ladies and have been unsuccessful. This is a serious fertility problem for males.
3.7Patient Review
3/19/2022
Risperdal for Additional Medications to Treat Depression
This helps me a lot with my anxiety but I sometimes find the drowsy side effects tough to manage.
3.7Patient Review
4/30/2022
Risperdal for Additional Medications to Treat Depression
I find it hard to wakeup in the next morning when I'm taking this drug at night. But it improved my condition to better.
3.7Patient Review
11/3/2022
Risperdal for Bipolar Disorder in Remission
While this medication was successful in treating my schizophrenia, I unfortunately experienced serious fertility problems as a result of taking it. In twelve years, I tried to impregnate one hundred ladies and was unsuccessful.
3.7Patient Review
3/19/2022
Risperdal for Additional Medications to Treat Depression
This drug does a great job at helping me manage my anxiety. The only downside is that I sometimes feel really drowsy as a result of taking it.
3.7Patient Review
4/30/2022
Risperdal for Additional Medications to Treat Depression
I find it hard to wakeup in the next morning when I'm taking this drug at night. But it improved my condition overall.
3Patient Review
10/9/2022
Risperdal for Bipolar Depression
I switched to Risperidone recently after taking Lamictal for six years. I'm glad to be off of Lamictal, but I find that Risperidone has made me feel emotionless and unmotivated. My anxiety has also increased since starting this medication, so I may ask my doctor to switch me back.
3Patient Review
10/9/2022
Risperdal for Bipolar Depression
I switched to Risperidone from Lamictal, and while I'm glad to be off of the latter, I feel much worse on the former. I don't laugh anymore, anxiety has increased, and generally speaking I just have zero motivation. Going to speak with my doctor about getting off of it soon.
2.7Patient Review
10/14/2022
Risperdal for Bipolar Depression
This medicine made me feel incredibly lethargic and uncoordinated. I would definitely not recommend it to anyone.
2.7Patient Review
4/26/2019
Risperdal for Bipolar I Disorder with Most Recent Episode Mixed
I just started taking this medication and I'm coming off Abilify. I've been taking it for 3 days and so far, I had a very deep sleep last night but the first night I had insomnia. I'm starting to feel a little sedated. Will come back to review it when I've taken it for a longer period of time.
2.7Patient Review
10/14/2022
Risperdal for Bipolar Depression
This medicine made me feel awful. I felt like I needed to stay in bed all day and could hardly function. The dizziness and muscle jerks were really unpleasant.
2.7Patient Review
4/26/2019
Risperdal for Bipolar I Disorder with Most Recent Episode Mixed
I'm just starting to take this medication, and so far I've had one good night's sleep and one bad night's sleep. I'm also feeling a little sedated during the day. I'll come back and update my review after taking it for a longer period of time. Right now, I'm concerned about potential weight gain side effects that I've read about online.
2.3Patient Review
5/26/2022
Risperdal for Bipolar Depression
I wouldn't recommend this to someone who struggles with anxiety on a daily basis, as it unfortunately worsened my anxiety and caused me to have panic attacks. It did help take away the sharp edges of emotions, but for me it wasn't worth the increased anxiety in return.
2.3Patient Review
5/26/2022
Risperdal for Bipolar Depression
I would not recommend this to people who already suffer from anxiety. It unfortunately made my anxiety worse and I began having panic attacks every day. While it did help me think more clearly, the increased anxiety was not worth the trade-off.
2.3Patient Review
7/28/2022
Risperdal for Additional Medications to Treat Depression
The medicine increased my anxiety and restlessness to an almost unbearable level.
2.3Patient Review
7/28/2022
Risperdal for Additional Medications to Treat Depression
This medication unfortunately made my anxiety and restlessness much worse.
2Patient Review
5/5/2021
Risperdal for Mania associated with Bipolar Disorder
I was only on a low dose, but it made me so dizzy and sick that I couldn't even stand up.
2Patient Review
5/5/2021
Risperdal for Mania associated with Bipolar Disorder
I didn't have a good experience with this medication. I was on a low dose (.5 mg) but it made me so dizzy and sick that I couldn't even stand up or keep anything down.
2Patient Review
3/6/2019
Risperdal for Mania associated with Bipolar Disorder
2Patient Review
3/6/2019
Risperdal for Mania associated with Bipolar Disorder
1Patient Review
9/25/2019
Risperdal for Mania associated with Bipolar Disorder
I started taking this medication when I was 15 and it worked well for a while, but after six years I started feeling my symptoms come back. I decided to try lithium as well and it has been working wonders!
1Patient Review
9/25/2019
Risperdal for Mania associated with Bipolar Disorder
I started taking this when I was 15 and it worked well for the first few years, but then I began to feel my symptoms coming back. I've been on lithium as well for the past year and I haven't felt this good ever! Definitely recommend these two medications combined.
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Patient Q&A Section about risperdal

These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.

What is the side effect of Risperdal?

"To minimize dizziness and lightheadedness, get up slowly from a sitting or lying position.

Drowsiness, dizziness, lightheadedness, drooling, nausea, weight gain, or tiredness may occur. These effects can persist or worsen- tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly. Dizziness and lightheadedness can increase the risk of falling, so get up slowly when rising from a sitting or lying position."

Answered by AI

What is the drug Risperdal used for?

"This medication is used to treat conditions such asschizophrenia, bipolar disorder, or autism-related irritability. It is not to be used for behavioral issues in adults with dementia. A prescription from a doctor is required to obtain this medication."

Answered by AI

Is Risperdal a Xanax?

"Risperdal is usually given to people with schizophrenia, bipolar mania, and autism. Xanax is mostly given to people who have panic attacks and anxiety disorders. Risperdal and Xanax work differently and are not in the same drug class."

Answered by AI

How does Risperdal make you feel?

"It can take several days or even months for risperidone to work. Common side effects include feeling sleepy, problems with your movement and headaches. You may also feel more hungry than usual, which can lead to weight gain."

Answered by AI

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