Risperidone (Systemic)
Brand Names : Risperdal
Proper Use of This MedicineTake this medicine only as directed by your doctor
to benefit your
condition as much as possible. Do not take more or less of it, do not take
it more or less often, and do not take it for a longer or shorter time than
your doctor ordered.
Dosing - The dose of risperidone will be different for
different patients. Follow your doctor's orders or the
directions on the label
. The following information includes only the
average doses of risperidone. If your dose is different,
do not change it
unless your doctor tells you to do so.
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For symptoms of psychotic disorder:
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For oral solution
dosage form -
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Adults - At first, 1 milligram (mg) [1 milliliter (mL)] per day.
The medicine can be given on a once a day or twice a day schedule. Your doctor
may increase your dose as needed. However, the dose usually is not more than
16 mg (16 mL) a day.
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Children younger than 18 years of age - Use and dose must be
determined by the doctor.
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Older adults - At first, 0.25 mg or 0.5 mg (0.5 mL) two times
a day. The medicine can be given on a once a day schedule after your doctor
has found the correct dose for you. Your doctor may increase your dose as
needed. However, the dose usually is not more than 3 mg (3 mL) a day.
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For oral tablet
dosage form -
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Adults - At first, 1 milligram (mg) per day. The medicine can
be given on a once a day or twice a day schedule. Your doctor may increase
your dose as needed. However, the dose usually is not more than 16 mg a day.
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Children younger than 18 years of age - Use and dose must be
determined by the doctor.
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Older adults - At first, 0.25 mg or 0.5 mg two times a day. The
medicine can be given on a once a day schedule after your doctor has found
the correct dose for you. Your doctor may increase your dose as needed. However,
the dose usually is not more than 3 mg a day.
For patients taking the oral solution
form of
risperidone:
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Measure the dose with the measuring device provided with your medicine.
Stir the dose into a small glass (3 to 4 ounces) of water, coffee, orange
juice, or low-fat milk just before taking it. Do not mix this medicine with
cola or tea.
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Rinse the empty measuring device with water and place it back in
its storage case. Put the plastic cap back on the bottle of medicine.
For patients taking the orally disintegrating tablet
form of risperidone:
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Do not open the package until you are ready to take your medicine.
To remove one tablet, separate one of the four tablets by tearing apart on
perforations. Bend the corner as shown on the package. Peel back the foil
to get to the tablet, do not
push the tablet through
the foil because that could damage the tablet.
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Use dry hands and take the tablet out of the package and immediately
place it on your tongue. The tablet needs to be used immediately
because it can not be stored once it is taken out of the package. Once the
tablet is on your tongue it will disintegrate in seconds. You can swallow
it with or without liquid. It is important not to split
or chew the tablet.
Missed dose - If you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as
soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the
missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not double doses.
Storage - To store this medicine:
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Keep out of the reach of children.
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Store away from heat and direct light.
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Do not store the tablet form of this medicine in the bathroom, near
the kitchen sink, or in other damp places. Heat or moisture may cause the
medicine to break down.
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Keep the solution form of this medicine from freezing.
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Do not keep outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed. Be sure
that any discarded medicine is out of the reach of children.
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