risperidone(Risperdal, Risperdal Consta (LAI), Risperdal M-Tab)

Second-generation (atypical) antipsychotic

Pronunciation

/rɪsˈpɛrɪdoʊn/

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At a glance

Generic name: risperidone
Brand names: Risperdal, Risperdal Consta (LAI), Risperdal M-Tab
Therapeutic class: Second-generation (atypical) antipsychotic
Mechanism (summary):

Clinical pearls

Take at the same time daily, with or without food.
ODT: place on tongue and let dissolve.
Rise slowly to avoid dizziness.
Monitor weight, glucose, lipids.
Report breast changes, leakage, missed periods, stiffness, fever.

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Sources

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