Ridone Information

Ridone is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Schizophrenia. Ridone also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The right dosage of Ridone depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. 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.

While these are the most often observed Ridone side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Ridone 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.

Ridone's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Severe while nursing. Further, the section on Ridone related warnings talks about Ridone's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Ridone 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 Ridone have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug interactions for Ridone have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Ridone is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

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

Ridone Benefits & Uses

Ridone is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Schizophrenia

Other Benefits

Ridone 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

Ridone Related Warnings

Is the use of Ridone safe for pregnant women?

Ridone may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Ridone, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Ridone safe during breastfeeding?

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

Severe
What is the effect of Ridone on the Kidneys?

Ridone rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Ridone on the Liver?

Side effects of Ridone rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Ridone on the Heart?

Side effects of Ridone rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Ridone with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Phenytoin

Moderate

Acarbose

Caffeine

Codeine

Pseudoephedrine

Ridone Contraindications

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

Is this Ridone habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Ridone.

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Ridone only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Yes, this Ridone works for mental disorders.

Yes

Ridone Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Ridone

Taking Ridone with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Ridone

Consumption of alcohol and Ridone together may have severe effects on your health.

Severe