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Respidon is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Schizophrenia are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Respidon have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Respidon. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
While these are the most often observed Respidon side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Respidon are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Respidon's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Severe while nursing. It is important to know if Respidon has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Respidon related warnings section.
Respidon is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Tardive Dyskinesia, Kidney Disease, Liver Disease are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Respidon have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Respidon with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Respidon is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Respidon 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 Respidon safe for pregnant women?
Respidon can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Respidon, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Respidon safe during breastfeeding?
Respidon should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Respidon on the Kidneys?
Respidon rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Respidon on the Liver?
Respidon is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Respidon on the Heart?
Respidon is rarely harmful for the heart.
Respidon 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 Respidon unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Respidon habit forming or addictive?
Respidon does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Respidon you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Respidon should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Respidon has been seen to have positive effect on patients with mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Respidon
Taking Respidon with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Respidon
Taking Respidon with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
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
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