Risperidone + Trihexyphenidyl Benefits & Uses

Risperidone + Trihexyphenidyl is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Risperidone + Trihexyphenidyl 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
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Bipolar Disorder Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Risperidone (3 mg) Trihexyphenidyl (2 mg)/Tablet
Adult	Disease: Bipolar Disorder Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Risperidone (3 mg) Trihexyphenidyl (2 mg)/Tablet
Geriatric	Disease: Bipolar Disorder Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Risperidone (3 mg) Trihexyphenidyl (2 mg)/Tablet

Risperidone + Trihexyphenidyl Related Warnings

Is the use of Risperidone + Trihexyphenidyl safe for pregnant women?

Risperidone + Trihexyphenidyl may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Risperidone + Trihexyphenidyl, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Risperidone + Trihexyphenidyl safe during breastfeeding?

Taking Risperidone + Trihexyphenidyl may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Risperidone + Trihexyphenidyl should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Risperidone + Trihexyphenidyl on the Kidneys?

Risperidone + Trihexyphenidyl has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Risperidone + Trihexyphenidyl on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Risperidone + Trihexyphenidyl on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Risperidone + Trihexyphenidyl on the Heart?

Using Risperidone + Trihexyphenidyl does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Severe Interaction of Risperidone + Trihexyphenidyl with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Phenytoin

Moderate

Risperidone + Trihexyphenidyl Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Risperidone + Trihexyphenidyl 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
High Blood Pressure
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Myasthenia Gravis

Frequently asked Questions about Risperidone + Trihexyphenidyl

Is this Risperidone + Trihexyphenidyl habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Risperidone + Trihexyphenidyl has not been reported.

Risperidone + Trihexyphenidyl Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Risperidone + Trihexyphenidyl

It is safe to take Risperidone + Trihexyphenidyl with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Risperidone + Trihexyphenidyl

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Risperidone + Trihexyphenidyl as it can have severe side effects.