Risperidone
Risperidone (Brand name: Risperdal) is a medication that treats the symptoms of schizophrenia. Medications known as conventional antipsychotics were introduced in the 1950s and are still in use today.
Risperidone is a newer medication, called an atypical
antipsychotic. Risperidone has been in use for over 8 years and used by millions
of people worldwide.
How does Risperidone work?
Symptoms are thought to be caused by imbalances of two chemicals in the brain. These are called dopamine and serotonin. Exactly how
it works is unknown. However, it seems to readjust the balance of dopamine and serotonin. This helps relieve your symptoms. While it's not a cure,
it helps control your symptoms so you can start getting on with your life.For some people,
the medication can start working as soon as 1 week. However, it will take several weeks to get the full benefit of your medication. So
be patient and give it a fair chance to take effect.
What about a relapse?
The major reason people relapse is because they stop taking their medication. Using street drugs or drinking alcohol are other frequent causes of relapse. Stressful events can bring on relapse, too.
However, due to the nature of their illness, some people can relapse even when they take their medication faithfully. Avoiding relapse is very important because each relapse can make it harder to get better. Ask your doctor what you can do to avoid relapse.
Risperidone has been proven to delay relapse. People who take it for a long time should be periodically reassessed by their physicians to determine that it's still needed. Remember, please don't stop taking
it or change your dose without talking to your doctor first.
What are the side effects of Risperidone?
With any medication, some people have side effects and some don't. Once people adjust to the medication, some side effects may go away. Your doctor can also adjust the dose to help eliminate or reduce any remaining side effects.
The most common side effects that may occur with Risperidone
are:
* anxiety
* sleepiness
* restlessness
* tremors, and muscle stiffness
* dizziness
* constipation
* nausea
* indigestion
* runny nose
* rash
* rapid heartbeat.
The information contained above is provided for educational purposes only and is not intended to replace discussions with your physician.
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