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Ristop is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Schizophrenia are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Ristop has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Ristop. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Ristop side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Ristop are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Ristop is Moderate for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Ristop related warnings talks about Ristop's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Ristop 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. Some other conditions that can be affected by Ristop are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Ristop may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Ristop is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Ristop 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 Ristop is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Ristop safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Ristop. It is best to stop taking Ristop immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Ristop safe during breastfeeding?
Ristop should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Ristop on the Kidneys?
Ristop rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Ristop on the Liver?
Side effects of Ristop rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Ristop on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Ristop on the heart have been reported.
Ristop 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 Ristop unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ristop habit forming or addictive?
Ristop is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Ristop. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, Ristop is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, this Ristop works for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Ristop
Taking Ristop with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ristop
Taking alcohol with Ristop can be dangerous.
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
