Rion Information

Rion is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Schizophrenia are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Rion have also been mentioned below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Rion. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Rion as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Rion go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

In addition, Rion's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. In addition, Rion's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Rion related warnings section.

Rion 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. Other contraindications of Rion have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug reaction of Rion with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

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

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

Rion Benefits & Uses

Rion is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Schizophrenia

Other Benefits

Rion 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

Rion Related Warnings

Is the use of Rion safe for pregnant women?

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

Moderate
Is the use of Rion safe during breastfeeding?

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

Severe
What is the effect of Rion on the Kidneys?

Rion rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Rion on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Rion on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Rion on the Heart?

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

Mild

Severe Interaction of Rion with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Phenytoin

Moderate

Acarbose

Caffeine

Codeine

Pseudoephedrine

Rion Contraindications

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

Is this Rion habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Rion has not been reported.

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

After taking Rion, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Rion can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Rion only as per medical advice.

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

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

Yes

Rion Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Rion

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

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Rion

Taking alcohol with Rion can be dangerous.

Severe