Risdone Ls Tablet

Composed of Risperidone and Trihexyphenidyl, Risdone tablet belongs to the drug group known as atypical antipsychotic. It is used in the treatment of psychotic disorders. This medication can treat schizophrenia and manic depression. This medication helps in restoring the balance of neurotransmitters (chemical messengers) in the brain, which can eventually reduce the symptoms associated with psychotic disorders.

The dosage of this medication will be decided by your doctor and ensure that you follow his/her instructions. You can take this medicine with food or without. In case of a missed dose, skip it if you are near your next dose.

• Schizophrenia

• Depression

• Allergy

• Nausea

• Constipation

• Sleepiness

• How long is the duration of effect?

  The effect of this medication can last for an average duration of 24 hours.

• What is the onset of action?

  The peak effect of this medication can be observed within an hour of oral administration.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  Pregnant women must consult doctor before using this medication.

• Is it habit forming?

  No habit forming tendencies were reported.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  This medication is not recommended for use in women who are breastfeeding as the medicine can cause side effects on the baby. Consult your doctor before taking this medication.

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next scheduled dose, then the missed dose can be skipped.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Consult your doctor in case of overdose.

This medication is composed of Risperidone and Trihexyphenidyl. Risperidone belongs to the class atypical antipsychotics. It works by binding to the serotonin (5HT2) and dopamine D2 receptors and inhibits the release of chemical substances thus helps in reducing the symptoms. Trihexyphenidyl belongs to anticholinergics. It works by blocking the cholinergic activity in the central nervous system and reduces the body secretions, increases the heart rate, dilates the pupils and reduces spasm of smooth muscle.

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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• Interaction with Alcohol

  Ethanol

  Consumption of alcohol while taking Risdone Ls Tablet is not recommended. Any activity requiring a high level of mental alertness should be avoided in such cases.

• Interaction with Lab Test

  Lab

  Information not available.

• Interaction with Medicine

  Medicine

  This medication interacts with Atenolol, Clobazam, Clozapine, Tramadol and others.

• Interaction with Food

  Food

  Information not available.

• Interaction with Disease

  Disease

  This medication interacts with Gastrointestinal blockage, Urinary tract obstruction, Liver disease and others.