Ristop Information

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

Ristop Benefits & Uses

Ristop is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Schizophrenia

Other Benefits

Ristop 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

Ristop Related Warnings

Is the use of Ristop safe for pregnant women?

Ristop can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Ristop right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.

Moderate
Is the use of Ristop safe during breastfeeding?

Taking Ristop may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Ristop should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.

Severe
What is the effect of Ristop on the Kidneys?

Ristop rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Ristop on the Liver?

Ristop has very mild side effects on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Ristop on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Ristop on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Ristop with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Phenytoin

Moderate

Acarbose

Caffeine

Codeine

Pseudoephedrine

Ristop Contraindications

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

Is this Ristop habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Ristop.

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Ristop only as per medical advice.

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

Yes, Ristop is useful in treating mental disorders.

Yes

Ristop Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Ristop

Some foods when eaten with Ristop can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Ristop

Taking alcohol with Ristop can be dangerous.

Severe