Risperdal Questions

1. Is Risperdal safe for children?

   Risperdal has been approved by the FDA for use in children. However, there have been several cases of severe side effects in children and therefore it is important to discuss the benefits and side effects with your physician to determine if it is worth taking the medication...
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2. What size mg does Risperdal come in?

   Generally speaking, the drug Risperdal, used for treating schizophrenia and bipolar disorder, comes in doses of either 0.5 mg, 1 mg, or 2mg packs. As always, please consult your doctor before consuming Risperdal.
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3. What are the Risperdal withdrawal symptoms?

   Risperdal is a prescribed antipsychotic medication that is started with a titrated dose; that is, the dose is started low and gradually increased until the therapeutic dose has been achieved; this is done to help prevent unwanted and potentially serious side effects...
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4. Is Risperdal used for autism?

   Risperdal is a medication in the anti-psychotics class of drugs that is used to treat a wide variety of mental illnesses including but not limited to schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and behavior problems arising from autism. Risperdal can be prescribed to children 5 to 16 years old who have been diagnosed with autism...
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5. Does Risperdal cause weight gain?

   Yes about 5% of the patients that take Risperdal do experience some weight gain. Normally it's only a few pounds but some patients gain a lot of weight. If you are experiencing this side effect you should inform you doctor so you can work on minimizing this side effect.
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6. Are risperidone and Risperdal the same?

   Yes, Risperdal and RisperdalConsta are the brand names of the medicine and risperidone is the active ingredient in it. Risperdal and RisperdalConsta (risperidone) are marketed by Janssen, a divison of Ortho-McNeil-Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc...
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7. What is the Risperdal injection?

   The Risperdal injection, also known at Risperidone, is injected into the buttock every two weeks by a doctor. It should not be taken into a vein and may take up to three weeks to begin working. Stroke and heart failure are possible fatal side effects of using this injection. It also may cause seriousness...
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8. What are the overdose symptoms of Risperdal?

   An overdose Risperdal can result in many symptoms. This can include dizziness, fast heart rate, drowsiness or seizures. The treatment for this can include giving medications in a hospital or pumping the stomach.
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9. What is the difference between Risperdal and Invega?

   The main difference between Risperdal and Invega is that Invega is designed to last in the blood stream for 24 hours. This means that patients on this medication need only take only one dose per day. It has been determined that Invega is just as effective in patents as Risperdal.
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10. How much does Risperdal cost?

    Depending on the location that you are in it can cost from .50 cents a pill to a few dollars a pill. I think that the best solution is to ask a doctor about having different things that you can chose from with your health. I know that Risperdal is used for treating schizophrenia or bipolar disorder...
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11. How does Risperdal treat bipolar disorder?

    It has been used to treat symptoms of bipolar disorder such as manic depression. Bipolar disorder in general cannot be treated using this medication this treats the symptoms of it. For more information contact your doctor.
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12. Does Risperdal treat anxiety?

    Risperdal has been used to treat anxiety, however this is considered an off-label use. The medication has effectively treated moderate to severe anxiety successfully in a number of patients. Risperdal is known to have some severe side effects, so it is important to discuss its use and oher options with your healthcare provider...
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13. Does Risperdal affect prolactin levels?

    Prolactin is a protein that is made in the pituitary gland. Among other things, prolactin promotes milk production in women who are lactating. According to the National Institute of Health's HIGHLIGHTS OF PRESCRIBING INFORMATION, taking the drug Respiradal elevates prolactin levels...
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14. Does Risperdal cause tardive dyskinesia?

    Yes on of the most severe side effects of taking Risperdal is tardive dyskinesia. This is a serious side effect and should be reported to your health care professional as soon as possible. If you suffer from this side effect your doctor may change your treatment plans.
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15. What are the effects from stopping Risperdal?

    With any drug, there is a risk of experiencing withdrawal symptoms after ending usage. It doesn't appear that Risperdal is not addictive, but it is highly recommended that you consult a healthcare professional before stopping it. Some experience insomnia, hallucinations, and irritability after they've stop taking it completely...
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16. Does Risperdal aid in sleeping?

    Risperdal may aid in sleeping. Some people who used Risperdal reported that while it did help them sleep for a short period, after a while it did not help as much. Also, Risperdal's main purpose is not to aid sleep. It is a medicine used for disorders such as Schizophrenia, Bipolar Disorder, and Autistic Disorder...
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17. Does Risperdal treat OCD?

    Risperdal is not an approved treatment for OCD according to drugs.com. Risperdal is used to treat bipolar disorder and schizophrenia. Some of the more effective treatments for OCD include Celexa, Lexapro, Luvox, Luvox CR, Paxil, and Prozac...
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18. What is the difference between Risperdal vs Haldol?

    Risperidone is a new antipsychotic available everywhere since the early 1990s. Haldol is the best-known old-generation antipsychotic still being used in service. It's been said that risperdal is a newer version of haldol. Clinacial trials have led studies to believe that this new generation medication is more effective than the older medication...
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19. Does Risperdal cause diabetes?

    When taking Risperdal there is a chance to develop diabetes. The reason that Risperdal can cause diabetes has to do with the way it can affect the body. It can cause the body not to break down sugars the way that it is supposed to. Diabetes is a serious condition and if you are already at risk for developing...
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20. What is the drug class for Risperdal?

    Risperdal (risperdone) is classified as an atypcial antipsychotic drug. It is indicated for the treatment of schizoperia, bipolar mania, and autism. The atypical antipsychotic classification of drug differs from antipsychotic drugs in that they are less likely to have complications with constipation or extrapyramidal (movement) problems...
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