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Risper, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Schizophrenia are some of its major therapeutic uses. Risper also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Risper. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Risper as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Risper normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Risper has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Risper related warnings talks about Risper's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Risper can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Risper in conditions like Tardive Dyskinesia, Kidney Disease, Liver Disease. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Risper contraindications section.
Besides this, Risper may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Risper is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Risper 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Risper is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Risper safe for pregnant women?
Risper may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Risper again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Risper safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Risper. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Risper on the Kidneys?
Risper rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Risper on the Liver?
Risper may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Risper on the Heart?
Risper may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Risper 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 Risper unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Risper habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Risper has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Risper as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Risper should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, in many cases, taking Risper can help with mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Risper
Risper may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Risper
Consuming Risper with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 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