Riscure

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Riscure Information

Riscure is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Schizophrenia. Riscure also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The optimal dosage of Riscure is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. 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.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Riscure can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Riscure normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Riscure's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Severe while nursing. It is important to know if Riscure has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Riscure related warnings section.

Riscure is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Tardive Dyskinesia, Kidney Disease, Liver Disease as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Riscure contraindications lists all such conditions.

Drug reaction of Riscure with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to the above precautions for Riscure, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.



Riscure Benefits & Uses

Riscure is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Riscure 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

Riscure Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Riscure safe for pregnant women?


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

    Moderate
  • Is the use of Riscure safe during breastfeeding?


    Riscure should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.

    Severe
  • What is the effect of Riscure on the Kidneys?


    Riscure has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Riscure on the Liver?


    Riscure is rarely harmful for the liver.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Riscure on the Heart?


    Riscure has very mild side effects on the heart.

    Mild


Severe Interaction of Riscure with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate



Riscure Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Riscure unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Riscure

  • Is this Riscure habit forming or addictive?


    No, you will not get addicted to Riscure.

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


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

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but take Riscure only as per medical advice.

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


    Yes, taking Riscure can treat mental disorders.

    Yes

Riscure Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Riscure


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

    Mild
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Riscure


    Consuming Riscure with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.

    Severe


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

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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