Risperidone is an atypical antipsychotic indicated for: Treatment of schizophrenia As monotherapy or adjunctive therapy with lithium or valproate, for the treatment of acute manic or mixed episodes associated with Bipolar I Disorder Treatment of irritability associated with autistic disorder 1.1 Schizophrenia Risperidone tablets are indicated for the treatment of schizophrenia.
From the U.S. FDA-approved label for Risperidone. Full label: DailyMed.
Risperidone is an atypical antipsychotic indicated for: Treatment of schizophrenia As monotherapy or adjunctive therapy with lithium or valproate, for the treatment of acute manic or mixed episodes associated with Bipolar I Disorder Treatment of irritability associated with autistic disorder 1.1 Schizophrenia Risperidone tablets are indicated for the treatment of schizophrenia. Efficacy was established in 4 short-term trials in adults, 2 short-term trials in adolescents (ages 13 to 17 years), and one long-term maintenance trial in adults. Efficacy was established in one short-term trial in adults.
From the U.S. FDA-approved label for Risperidone. Full label: DailyMed.
Recommended Daily Dosage by Indication Initial Dose Titration (Increments) Target Dose Effective Dose Range Schizophrenia: adults 2 mg 1 to 2 mg 4 to 8 mg 4 to 16 mg Schizophrenia: adolescents 0.5 mg 0.5 to 1 mg 3 mg 1 to 6 mg Bipolar mania: adults 2 to 3 mg 1 mg 1 to 6 mg 1 to 6 mg Bipolar mania: children and adolescents 0.5 mg 0.5 to 1 mg 1 to 2.5 mg 1 to 6 mg Irritability in autistic disorder 0.25 mg Can increase to 0.5 mg by Day 4: (body weight less than 20 kg) After Day 4…
Directions from the U.S. FDA-approved label — your doctor or pharmacist may advise differently.
Risperidone is contraindicated in patients with a known hypersensitivity to either risperidone or paliperidone, or to any of the excipients in the risperidone formulation. Hypersensitivity reactions, including anaphylactic reactions and angioedema, have been reported in patients treated with risperidone and in patients treated with paliperidone. Paliperidone is a metabolite of risperidone. Known hypersensitivity to risperidone, paliperidone, or to any excipients in risperidone tablets.
Excerpt from the U.S. FDA-approved label. Talk to a pharmacist or doctor before use.
Cerebrovascular events, including stroke, in elderly patients with dementia-related psychosis: risperidone is not approved for use in patients with dementia-related psychosis. Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome: Manage with immediate discontinuation of risperidone and close monitoring. Tardive dyskinesia: Consider discontinuing risperidone if clinically indicated. Metabolic Changes: Atypical antipsychotic drugs have been associated with metabolic changes that may increase cardiovascular/ cerebrovascular risk. These metabolic changes include hyperglycemia, dyslipidemia, and weight gain.
Warnings and precautions excerpt from the U.S. FDA-approved label — not a complete list. Talk to a pharmacist or doctor before use.
The following are discussed in more detail in other sections of the labeling: Increased mortality in elderly patients with dementia-related psychosis Cerebrovascular adverse events, including stroke, in elderly patients with dementia-related psychosis Neuroleptic malignant syndrome Tardive dyskinesia Metabolic Changes (Hyperglycemia and diabetes mellitus, Dyslipidemia, and Weight Gain) Hyperprolactinemia Orthostatic…
Excerpt from the U.S. FDA-approved label — not a complete list. Talk to a pharmacist or doctor about side effects.
328 products from 111 makers in the NepalDoc medicine catalog use this generic:
| Brand | Composition | Maker | Pack |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peridon 1 mg Tablet | Risperidone (1 mg) | Reliance Formulation Pvt Ltd. | |
| Peridon 2 mg Tablet | Risperidone (2 mg) | Reliance Formulation Pvt Ltd. | |
| Peridon 3 mg Tablet | Risperidone (3 mg) | Reliance Formulation Pvt Ltd. | |
| Resdone 1 mg Tablet | Risperidone (1 mg) | Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd. | |
| Resdone 2 mg Tablet | Risperidone (2 mg) | Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd. | |
| Respidon 1mg Tablet | Risperidone (1mg) | Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd. | |
| Respidon 2 mg Tablet | Risperidone (2 mg) | Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd. | |
| Respidon 4mg Tablet | Risperidone (4mg) | Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd. | |
| Risdone 1 1mg Tablet | Risperidone (1mg) | Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd. | |
| Risdone 2 2mg Tablet | Risperidone (2mg) | Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd. | |
| Risdone 3 3mg Tablet | Risperidone (3mg) | Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd. | |
| Risdone 4 4mg Tablet | Risperidone (4mg) | Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd. | |
| Risper 1 1mg Tablet | Risperidone (1mg) | Asian Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd. | |
| Risper 2 2mg Tablet | Risperidone (2mg) | Asian Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd. | |
| Risper 3 3mg Tablet | Risperidone (3mg) | Asian Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd. | |
| Risperdal 2mg Tablet | Risperidone (2mg) | Janssen Pharmaceuticals | |
| Rispond 1 1mg Tablet | Risperidone (1mg) | Micro Labs Ltd. | |
| Rispond 2 2mg Tablet | Risperidone (2mg) | Micro Labs Ltd. | |
| Rispond 3 3mg Tablet | Risperidone (3mg) | Micro Labs Ltd. | |
| Rispond 4 4mg Tablet | Risperidone (4mg) | Micro Labs Ltd. | |
| Sizodon 1 1mg Tablet | Risperidone (1mg) | Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd. | |
| Sizodon 2 2mg Tablet | Risperidone (2mg) | Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd. | |
| Sizodon 3 3mg Tablet | Risperidone (3mg) | Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd. | |
| Sizodon 4 4mg Tablet | Risperidone (4mg) | Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd. | |
| Sizodon MD 0.5 0.5mg Tablet | Risperidone (0.5mg) | Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd. | |
| Sizodon MD 1 1mg Tablet | Risperidone (1mg) | Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd. | |
| Sizodon MD 2 2mg Tablet | Risperidone (2mg) | Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd. | |
| Alorid 2mg Tablet | Risperidone (2mg) | Enrico Pharmaceuticals | strip of 10 tablets |
| Aridone 2mg Tablet | Risperidone (2mg) | Arpsy Life Science Private Limited | strip of 10 tablets |
| Autinea 1 Tablet MD | Risperidone (1mg) | Emocare | strip of 10 tablet md |
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Brand list from the NepalDoc medicine catalog. Availability varies by pharmacy — call ahead to confirm stock.
16.2 Storage and Handling Store at 20-25°C (68-77°F); excursions permitted to 15°-30°C (59°-86°F). Protect from light and moisture. Keep out of reach of children.
Storage information from the U.S. FDA-approved label.
Risperidone is recorded in the NepalDoc medicine catalog for: Acute and chronic psychoses, Mania, Schizophrenia, Bipolar disorder.
For Mania: Magnesium valproate, Olanzapine.
For Schizophrenia: Haloperidol, Olanzapine, Quetiapine, Thioridazine hydrochloride.
For Bipolar disorder: Lamotrigine, Olanzapine, Quetiapine.
This page is information only and is not medical advice. Medicine details come from the sources listed above and may change — always confirm the medicine, strength and dose with a pharmacist or doctor before use. NLEM listing does not guarantee that a medicine is in stock at any pharmacy.
