Risp Information

Risp is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet, Syrup. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Schizophrenia. Secondary and off-label uses of Risp have also been mentioned below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Risp. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

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

In addition, Risp's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Risp's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Tardive Dyskinesia, Kidney Disease, Liver Disease must refrain from the use of Risp since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Risp contraindications section.

Additionally, Risp may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

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

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

Risp Benefits & Uses

Risp is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Schizophrenia

Other Benefits

Risp 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

Risp Related Warnings

Is the use of Risp safe for pregnant women?

Risp may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Risp again without your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Risp safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Risp. It should only be taken after medical advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Risp on the Kidneys?

Risp may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Risp on the Liver?

Side effects of Risp rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Risp on the Heart?

Risp may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Risp with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Phenytoin

Moderate

Acarbose

Caffeine

Codeine

Pseudoephedrine

Risp Contraindications

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

Is this Risp habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Risp has not been reported.

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

After taking Risp, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Risp can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Risp only as per medical advice.

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

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

Yes

Risp Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Risp

Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Risp to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Risp

Taking alcohol with Risp can be dangerous.

Severe