Risperdal Consta
Active Ingredient(s): RisperidoneFDA Approved: * October 29, 2003
Pharm Company: * JANSSEN PHARMA
Category: Antipsychotic
Risperidone, sold under the brand name Risperdal among others, is an atypical antipsychotic[2] used to treat schizophrenia and bipolar disorder.[2] It is taken either by mouth or by injection (subcutaneous or intramuscular).[2] The injectable versions are long-acting and last for 2-4 weeks.[6] Common side effects include movement problems, sleepiness, dizziness, trouble seeing, constipation, and increased weight.[2 ... [wikipedia]
* May have multiple approval dates, manufacturers, or labelers.3 Discussions
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How many mgs of Risperdal Consta are released daily from the 2 week shot of 12.5? Additionally my son had an awful react...
1 REPLYWhat are the side affects of Risperdal? My Dr has me on it for insomnia. He took me off Risperdal due to being drowsy du...
13 REPLIESI was prescribed Risperdal because I was having grandiose delusions. I was taking 3mg for about 6 months. To say the lea...
5 REPLIESDear sir My daughter (married) age 26 yrs taking Risperdal for schizenphrenia advised by doctor since 4yrs.If she discon...
4 REPLIESIs Invega Sustenza related to Risperdal? I "heard the patent was running out on risperdal and Invega Sustenza is tak...
4 REPLIESWas forced to take risperdal Consta injections for 5 months after an adverse reaction to prednisone. I have lost my abil...
4 REPLIESWhat r u taking it for and how long till it worked? How much do u take? Please, it's urgent. ## Hello, Theresa! How ...
3 REPLIESMy psychiatrist prescribed me 1mg of Ativan as well as 2 mg of Risperdal. Everything that I've read says you shouldn...
3 REPLIESI have been scizophrenic for 5 years this drug should not be taken by anyone if your not schizophrenic if a doctor presc...
3 REPLIESanyone out there had a 4 yr. old on this med for awhile w/out bad side effects? ## my 5yr which he just turned 5 last we...
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