Risperidone or Risperdal Medication Information (dosing, side effects, patient counseling)

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Your Medication Risperidone

Risperidone is also known as the brand name: Risperdal

Risperidone comes in 0.25, 0.5, 1, 2, 3, 4 mg tablets. Risperidone also comes in 0.25, 0.5, 1, 2, 3, 4 mg dispersible tablets.

Risperidone is most commonly used for: bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, or for irritability associated with autism. Risperidone may also be used for depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, Tourette’s syndrome, or for psychosis and agitation related to Alzheimer’s disease. Risperidone is usually taken by mouth once daily.

Standard dosing of risperidone ranges from: 0.5 mg up to 8 mg per day depending on treatment.

Some common side effects of taking risperidone include: sedation, drowsiness, headache, and weight gain.
Some less common side effects of taking risperidone include: slow heartbeat, low blood pressure, dry mouth, and nasal congestion.

Risperidone has shown increased death risk in elderly patients with dementia-related psychosis.

While taking risperidone remember it is important to tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have:
• Signs of an allergic reaction such as rash, itching, swelling, or tightness of the chest
• Thoughts of self-harm
• Changes in your mood or how you act
• Shakiness or muscle stiffness

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