Ridon Information

Ridon, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Schizophrenia are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Ridon have also been mentioned below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Ridon. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Some other side effects of Ridon have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Ridon are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

In addition, Ridon's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Ridon related warnings talks about Ridon's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Tardive Dyskinesia, Kidney Disease, Liver Disease must refrain from the use of Ridon since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Ridon are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug interactions for Ridon have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Ridon is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

Ridon Benefits & Uses
Ridon Dosage & How to Take
Ridon Side Effects
Ridon Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Ridon with Other Drugs
Ridon Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Ridon
Ridon Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Ridon Benefits & Uses

Ridon is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Schizophrenia

Other Benefits

Ridon 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

Ridon Related Warnings

Is the use of Ridon safe for pregnant women?

Ridon can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Ridon, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Ridon safe during breastfeeding?

Ridon may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Ridon on the Kidneys?

Ridon rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Ridon on the Liver?

Side effects of Ridon rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Ridon on the Heart?

Ridon is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Ridon with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Phenytoin

Moderate

Acarbose

Caffeine

Codeine

Pseudoephedrine

Ridon Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ridon 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 Ridon

Is this Ridon habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Ridon is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Ridon you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Ridon 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?

Ridon has been seen to have positive effect on patients with mental disorders.

Yes

Ridon Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Ridon

When consumed with certain foods, Ridon may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Ridon

Taking Ridon with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Severe