Speridon Tablet

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Speridon(Mkl) Information

Speridon(Mkl) is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Schizophrenia. Secondary and off-label uses of Speridon(Mkl) have also been mentioned below.

The right dosage of Speridon(Mkl) depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Some other side effects of Speridon(Mkl) have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Speridon(Mkl) go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Speridon(Mkl) is Moderate for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Speridon(Mkl)'s effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Speridon(Mkl) can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Speridon(Mkl) in conditions like Tardive Dyskinesia, Kidney Disease, Liver Disease. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Speridon(Mkl) contraindications section.

Additionally, Speridon(Mkl) may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Speridon(Mkl) is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.



Speridon(Mkl) Benefits & Uses

Speridon(Mkl) is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Speridon(Mkl) 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

Speridon(Mkl) Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Speridon(Mkl) safe for pregnant women?


    Speridon Tablet can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Speridon Tablet, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

    Moderate
  • Is the use of Speridon(Mkl) safe during breastfeeding?


    Speridon Tablet should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.

    Severe
  • What is the effect of Speridon(Mkl) on the Kidneys?


    Very few cases of side effects of Speridon Tablet on kidney have been reported.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Speridon(Mkl) on the Liver?


    Speridon Tablet has very mild side effects on the liver.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Speridon(Mkl) on the Heart?


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

    Mild


Severe Interaction of Speridon(Mkl) with Other Drugs

Speridon(Mkl) should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate



Speridon(Mkl) Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Speridon(Mkl) unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Speridon(Mkl)

  • Is this Speridon(Mkl) habit forming or addictive?


    Speridon(Mkl) does not cause addiction.

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


    No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Speridon(Mkl) as you may feel sleepy.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but consume Speridon(Mkl) 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 Speridon(Mkl) can help with mental disorders.

    Yes

Speridon(Mkl) Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Speridon(Mkl)


    Speridon(Mkl) may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.

    Mild
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Speridon(Mkl)


    Consuming Speridon(Mkl) with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.

    Severe


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 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

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