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Don is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Schizophrenia. Secondary and off-label uses of Don have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Don is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Don side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Don normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Don is Moderate for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Don has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Don related warnings section.
Don is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Tardive Dyskinesia, Kidney Disease, Liver Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Don contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Don with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Don is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Don 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 Don is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Don safe for pregnant women?
Don can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Don, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Don safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Don. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Don on the Kidneys?
Don rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Don on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Don on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Don on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Don on the heart have been reported.
Don 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 Don unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Don habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Don.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Don as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Don only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, taking Don can treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Don
Some foods when eaten with Don can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Don
Consumption of alcohol and Don together may have severe effects on your health.
This medicine data has been created by -
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