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Risperidone Oral tablet
An atypical antipsychotic - It is used to treat schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and some symptoms o... more
Generic Name: risperidone | Brand Name: Risperdal M-Tab
Brand Names: Risperdal, Risperdal Consta, Risperdal M-Tab
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What is this medicine?
RISPERIDONE (ris PER i done) is an antipsychotic. It is used to treat schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and some symptoms of autism.This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or pharmacist if you have questions.
What should I tell my health care provider before I take this medicine?
They need to know if you have any of these conditions:- blood disorder or disease
- dementia
- diabetes or a family history of diabetes
- difficulty swallowing
- heart disease or previous heart attack
- history of brain tumor or head injury
- history of breast cancer
- irregular heartbeat or low blood pressure
- kidney or liver disease
- Parkinson's disease
- seizures (convulsions)
- an unusual or allergic reaction to risperidone, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives
- pregnant or trying to get pregnant
- breast-feeding
How should I use this medicine?
Take this medicine by mouth with a glass of water. Follow the directions on the prescription label. You can take it with or without food. If it upsets your stomach, take it with food. Take your medicine at regular intervals. Do not take it more often than directed. Do not stop taking except on your doctor's advice.Talk to your pediatrician regarding the use of this medicine in children. While this drug may be prescribed for children as young as 5 years of age for selected conditions, precautions do apply.
Overdosage: If you think you have taken too much of this medicine contact a poison control center or emergency room at once.
NOTE: This medicine is only for you. Do not share this medicine with others.
What if I miss a dose?
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, take only that dose. Do not take double or extra doses.What may interact with this medicine?
Do not take this medicine with any of the following medications:- cisapride
- droperidol
- sparfloxacin
This medicine may also interact with the following medications:
- arsenic trioxide
- carbamazepine
- certain medicines for the hormonal treatment of cancer
- certain quinolone antibiotics like gatifloxacin, levofloxacin, moxifloxacin
- clarithromycin
- levodopa and other medications for Parkinson's disease
- medicines for high blood pressure
- medicines for irregular heartbeats
- medicines for seizures (convulsions)
- medicines for sleep or sedation
- other medicines for mental anxiety, depression or psychotic disturbances
- pentamidine
- prescription pain medications
- rifampin
- ritonavir
This list may not describe all possible interactions. Give your health care provider a list of all the medicines, herbs, non-prescription drugs, or dietary supplements you use. Also tell them if you smoke, drink alcohol, or use illegal drugs. Some items may interact with your medicine.
Last Updated: July 30, 2009
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