Risnia

developed to mitigate psychiatric symptoms and to support stabilisation of mood in psychotic disorders.

Strengths: 2mg

Medicine details

Alternative names

Risperdal

Therapeutic class

Atypical Antipsychotic

Pharmacological class

Benzisoxazole

Contraindications

hypersensitivity to risperidone

Minor side effects

somnolence; insomnia; anxiety; headache

Moderate side effects

akathisia; dizziness; dyspepsia; excessive salivation

Dosage forms

Tablet

Administration route

Oral use

Prescription status

POM

Manufacturer

Sun Pharma

Onset Time

1–2 weeks

Duration

indefinite

Storage instructions

Store in original packaging at room temperature.

Drug interactions

alcohol; levodopa; carbamazepine

Age restrictions

Use with caution in elderly patients.

Precautions and warnings

may impair ability to drive or operate machinery; monitor for weight gain; risk of orthostatic hypotension

Serious side effects

tardive dyskinesia — requires immediate medical attention; neuroleptic malignant syndrome — requires immediate medical attention

Patient summary

developed to mitigate psychiatric symptoms and to support stabilisation of mood in psychotic disorders.

Mechanism of action

A selective monoaminergic antagonist with high affinity for serotonin 5-HT2 and dopamine D2 receptors, helping to regulate neurotransmitter activity in the brain.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Pregnancy: Consult healthcare professional regarding risk. Breastfeeding: Not recommended.

Risnia

developed to mitigate psychiatric symptoms and to support stabilisation of mood in psychotic disorders.

Editorial Notes

  • Active ingredient(s): Risperidone
  • Listed indication(s): Schizophrenia, Bipolar Disorder, Persistent Aggression in Dementia

Available option

  • 180 tablets - 2 mg478-2-mg-196