Risperdal Consta 50mg Injection
Product Info
Prescription required | Yes |
Marketer | Janssen Pharmaceuticals |
Active Ingredient | Risperidone (50mg) |
Storage | Store in a refrigerator (2 - 8°C). Do not freeze. |
Chemical Class | Benzisoxazole Derivative |
Habit Forming | No |
Therapeutic Class | NEURO CNS |
Action Class | Atypical Antipsychotics |
User Rating | 4.8 |
User Reviews | 772 |
FAQ
Risperdal Consta 50mg Injection Reviews
Risperdal Consta 50mg is given under the supervision of a healthcare professional. However, it is advised to take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body. This medication should not be stopped suddenly without talking to your doctor as it may worsen your symptoms. However, discontinue this medicine immediately if you experience Neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS), characterized by fever, muscle rigidity, and altered consciousness.
Some common side effects of this medicine include upper respiratory tract infection, insomnia, depression, anxiety, vomiting, nausea, and headache. Initially, this medicine may cause a sudden drop in blood pressure when you change positions, so it is better to rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down. It also causes dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you.
You should be cautious if you are using this medicine as it may increase the risk of developing diabetes, so it is better to monitor glucose regularly. Inform your doctor if you develop any unusual changes in mood or behavior, new or worsening depression, or suicidal thoughts while taking this medicine.
How Risperdal Consta 50mg Injection Works
How to Use Risperdal Consta 50mg Injection
Benefits of Risperdal Consta 50mg Injection
- In Treatment of Schizophrenia: Schizophrenia is a mental disorder in which a person’s thinking ability, feelings and behavior become abnormal. Risperdal Consta 50mg helps restore the chemical imbalances in the brain that are responsible for such changes. It improves thoughts, behavior and enhances the quality of life.
- In Mania: Mania means extremely excited or elevated mood. Risperdal Consta 50mg helps calm the mood and relax the nerves. This stabilises the mood and prevents the symptoms of mania from recurring again. Taking Risperdal Consta 50mg will ensure that you have a better social life and are able to do daily activities more comfortably.
Uses of Risperdal Consta 50mg Injection
- Mania
- Treatment of Schizophrenia
Risperdal Consta 50mg Injection Side Effects
Safety Tips
Quick Tips
- Risperdal Consta 50mg helps treat schizophrenia and mania.
- Inform your doctor if you experience any abnormal movements or restlessness.
- It may cause increase in weight, blood sugar, cholesterol, and fat. Eat healthy, exercise, and monitor your levels regularly.
- Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Risperdal Consta 50mg can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
- Do not stop taking Risperdal Consta 50mg without talking to your doctor first as it may cause worsening of symptoms.
- It may take 4-6 weeks to notice any medication effects. Keep taking it as prescribed.
- Inform your doctor if you have a history of heart diseases as Risperdal Consta 50mg can increase your risk of irregular heartbeat.
- It may cause less weight gain, sedation, and heart problems as compared to other similar medicines.
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