What Is Resperidol

My daughter was prescribed Risperidol for mood disorder. She is 30 years old and already taking Lexapro. I have heard that this drug has some adverse side effects, and I would like to know what they are. ## This drug is dangerous especially if given to a misdiagnosed patient by an eager doctor looking to fill a pharmaseutical quota and a quick fix inconsiderate of individuals responses to known side effects. RISPERDAL® (risperidone) is used for the treatment of irritability associated with autistic disorder in children ages 5-17; the treatment of schizophrenia in adults; and the treatment of bipolar mania associated with Bipolar I Disorder in adults. IS THIS YOUR DAUGHTER? There are many side effects but this one scares me the most: TARDIVE DYSKINESIA (Tics). The side effect of tic...

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My friend is about 92. He forgets a lot. He does not trust anyone, does not listen, physically weak. He was a scientist, now in a senior citizen home. He needs an attendant 24/7, but refuses. His children are all abroad, but someone visits him quite often. This facility has two doctors and a few nurses. But they cannot handle him or such residents. This man refuses to go to hospital. Any advise? Please. ## This medication may help him connect with others. But it should be monitored closely. Since you are only his friend, you will not be able to do this without family member authorization. Contact his family about this medication and see if they will find out if this medication is working and if it is being monitored appropriately for a man his age. If it isn't working or is not bein...

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my son was recently prescribed resreridol he is 3 yrs old and we have been puting it in his milk to get him to take it is this okay will the milk effect the potency or absorbtion of this med? ## First my curiosity makes me wonder why a 3 year-old is on this? It hasn't been approved for use in children younger than 5, which means no testing has been done in younger children. As to taking it with milk, I'm not finding any problems listed about it, but I'd suggest checking with your doctor or pharmacist to be certain. Risperdal contains the active ingredient Risperidone, which is a potent antipsychotic medication and it may cause side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, drowsiness and severe sedation. Learn more: ## I hope that you went to someone for a second opinion. Of cours...

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my son takes resperidol - and I am wondering if there is possible side effects for taking zyrtec allergy medicine too. He cannot take most cold medicines due to the some of the side effects like nyquil or tylenol. Please help...