Ristop Plus Information

Ristop Plus is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Schizophrenia. Ristop Plus 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 Ristop Plus. 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.

While these are the most often observed Ristop Plus side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Ristop Plus are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Ristop Plus's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Severe while nursing. In addition, Ristop Plus's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Ristop Plus related warnings section.

Ristop Plus can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Ristop Plus in conditions like Tardive Dyskinesia, Kidney Disease, Liver Disease. Other contraindications of Ristop Plus have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Besides this, Ristop Plus may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Ristop Plus is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

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

Ristop Plus Benefits & Uses

Ristop Plus is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Schizophrenia

Other Benefits

Ristop Plus 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 Plus Related Warnings

Is the use of Ristop Plus safe for pregnant women?

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

Moderate
Is the use of Ristop Plus safe during breastfeeding?

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

Severe
What is the effect of Ristop Plus on the Kidneys?

Ristop Plus rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Ristop Plus on the Liver?

Side effects of Ristop Plus rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Ristop Plus on the Heart?

Ristop Plus is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Ristop Plus with Other Drugs

Ristop Plus 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 Plus Contraindications

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

Is this Ristop Plus habit forming or addictive?

Ristop Plus does not cause addiction.

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

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Ristop Plus can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Ristop Plus only on doctor's advice.

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

Yes, in many cases, taking Ristop Plus can help with mental disorders.

Yes

Ristop Plus Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Ristop Plus

Taking Ristop Plus with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Ristop Plus

Consumption of alcohol and Ristop Plus together may have severe effects on your health.

Severe