Risperidone Tablets

What is Risperidone?

Risperidone Tablet is a medicine that is used for the treatment of Brain Disorders, Depression, Emotional Instability, Irritable Mood and other conditions.

Risperidone Tablet contains Risperidone as an active ingredient.

Risperidone Tablet works by altering the effects of chemicals in the brain.

Detailed information related to Risperidone Tablet's uses, composition, dosage, side effects and reviews is listed below.

Risperidone Tablet Uses

Risperidone Tablet is used for the treatment, control, prevention, & improvement of the following diseases, conditions and symptoms:

·         Brain Disorders

·         Depression

·         Emotional Instability

·         Irritable Mood

Risperidone Tablet Working, Mechanism of Action and Pharmacology

Risperidone Tablet improves the patient's condition by performing the following functions:

·         Altering the effects of chemicals in the brain.

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Risperidone Tablet - Composition and Active Ingredients

Risperidone Tablet is composed of the following active ingredients (salts)

·         Risperidone (1Mg)

Please note that this medicine may be available in various strengths for each active ingredient listed above.

Risperidone Tablet - Side-effects

The following is a list of possible side effects that may occur from all constituting ingredients of  Risperidone Tablet. This is not a comprehensive list. These side effects are possible, but do not always occur. Some of the side effects may be rare but serious. Consult your doctor if you observe any of the following side effects, especially if they do not go away.

·         Back Pain

·         Flu

·         Increased Heart Rate

·         Breathlessness

·         Agitation

·         Diarrhea

Risperidone Tablet - Precautions & How to Use

Before using this drug, inform your doctor about your current list of medications, over the counter products (e.g. vitamins, herbal supplements, etc.), allergies, pre-existing diseases, and current health conditions (e.g. pregnancy, upcoming surgery, etc.). Some health conditions may make you more susceptible to the side effects of the drug. Take as directed by your doctor or follow the direction printed on the product insert. Dosage is based on your condition. Tell your doctor if your condition persists or worsens. Important counseling points are listed below.

·         Be careful if you have dehydration or decrease in blood volume

·         Child will be regularly monitored for measurements of height, weight, sexual maturation and other potentially prolactin-related effects

·         Children and adolescents

·         Consult a doctor if you have heart failure and heart attack

·         Do not consume alcohol

·         Regularly monitor increase in weight, blood glucose level