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RISPERDAL CONSTA 50MG INJECTION, Pack of 1 Injection
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Prescription drug

Whats That

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RISPERIDONE-50MG
Johnson & Johnson Pvt Ltd
PARENTERAL
Not Returnable
Apr-24
Prescription drug
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Country of origin

INDIA

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Corporate Communications, Johnson & Johnson Private Limited., 501 Arena Space, Behind Majas Bus Depot, Off Jogeshwari Vikhroli Link Road, Jogeshwari (E), Mumbai 400 060
Other Info - RIS0076

FAQs

RISPERDAL CONSTA 50MG INJECTION works by balancing the chemical messengers called neurotransmitters and blocking the effect of dopamine and serotonin located in the brain, thereby helping to improve mood, behaviour, and thoughts.
Limiting caffeine intake, avoiding smoking and mouthwashes containing alcohol, drinking water regularly, and chewing sugar-free gum/candy might help in stimulating saliva and thereby prevents drying of the mouth.
RISPERDAL CONSTA 50MG INJECTION may cause weight gain. Therefore, avoid excessive eating and follow a healthy diet. Consult your doctor if you have any concerns.
RISPERDAL CONSTA 50MG INJECTION may impair fertility in females of reproductive potential due to an increase in serum prolactin levels. However, this effect may be reversible. Consult your doctor if you have any concerns.
Orthostatic hypotension could be a side-effect of RISPERDAL CONSTA 50MG INJECTION. Orthostatic hypotension is a sudden lowering in blood pressure leading to dizziness on standing. If you experience this, do not try to stand up suddenly or start walking, instead lie down and get up slowly only when you feel better.

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Alcohol

Unsafe

Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking RISPERDAL CONSTA 50MG INJECTION as it may cause increased dizziness. RISPERDAL CONSTA 50MG INJECTION may also increase the effects of alcohol.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this; your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Unsafe

RISPERDAL CONSTA 50MG INJECTION may pass into the breastmilk. Avoid breastfeeding while on treatment with RISPERDAL CONSTA 50MG INJECTION and for at least 12 weeks after the last dose. Consult your doctor if you have any concerns.

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Driving

Unsafe

Do not drive or operate machinery as RISPERDAL CONSTA 50MG INJECTION may cause tiredness, dizziness and drowsiness.

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Liver

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed in patients with liver impairment. Please consult your doctor if you have a liver impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Kidney

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed in patients with kidney impairment. Please consult your doctor if you have kidney impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Children

Unsafe

The safety and effectiveness of RISPERDAL CONSTA 50MG INJECTION in children below 18 years have not been established.

Product Substitutes

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Restonorm-50 Injection 2 ml

₹629.1

(₹699)

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Keep Refrigerated. Do not freeze.Prepaid payment required.

Reference

  1. https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a615012.html
  2. https://www.drugs.com/pregnancy/risperidone.html
  3. https://www.janssenlabels.com/package-insert/product-monograph/prescribing-information/RISPERDAL+CONSTA-pi.pdf
  4. https://www.perserishcp.com/prescribing-information.pdf

About RISPERDAL CONSTA 50MG INJECTION

RISPERDAL CONSTA 50MG INJECTION belongs to the group of medicines called 'atypical antipsychotics' used to treat schizophrenia. It is also used alone or in combination with other medicines to treat bipolar disorder. Schizophrenia is a mental disorder which causes unusual or disturbed thinking, inappropriate emotions and loss of interest in life. 

RISPERDAL CONSTA 50MG INJECTION contains 'Risperidone' that works by blocking the effects of chemical messengers in the brain (i.e. dopamine and serotonin), thereby helps in improving mood, behaviour and thoughts. 

RISPERDAL CONSTA 50MG INJECTION will be administered by a healthcare professional; In some cases, RISPERDAL CONSTA 50MG INJECTION may cause common side-effects such as headache, dizziness, drowsiness, fatigue, constipation, weight gain, and dry mouth. You are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side-effects persistently.

Avoid breastfeeding while on treatment with RISPERDAL CONSTA 50MG INJECTION. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy. Avoid driving or operating machinery as RISPERDAL CONSTA 50MG INJECTION may cause dizziness. Do not consume alcohol along with RISPERDAL CONSTA 50MG INJECTION as it could lead to increased dizziness. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medications to rule out any side effects/interactions.

Uses of RISPERDAL CONSTA 50MG INJECTION

Schizophrenia, Bipolar disorder

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Medicinal Benefits

RISPERDAL CONSTA 50MG INJECTION belongs to the group of medicines called antipsychotics used to treat schizophrenia. It is also used alone or in combination with other medicines to treat bipolar disorder. RISPERDAL CONSTA 50MG INJECTION works by blocking the effects of chemical messengers in the brain (i.e. dopamine and serotonin), thereby helps in improving mood, behaviour, and thoughts.

Directions for Use

RISPERDAL CONSTA 50MG INJECTION will be administered by a qualified healthcare professional; do not self-administer.

Side Effects of RISPERDAL CONSTA 50MG INJECTION

  • Headache
  • Dizziness
  • Drowsiness
  • Fatigue
  • Constipation
  • Weight gain
  • Dry mouth

Drug Warnings

Do not take RISPERDAL CONSTA 50MG INJECTION if you are allergic to any of its contents. Inform your doctor if you have diabetes, high blood pressure, heart problems, low white blood cell count, seizures, breast cancer, low bone mineral density, Parkinson's disease, dehydration, phenylketonuria (accumulation of amino acid-phenylalanine in the body), liver or kidney problems. Rise slowly from sitting or lying position as RISPERDAL CONSTA 50MG INJECTION may cause orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering in blood pressure leading to dizziness on standing). Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy. Avoid breastfeeding while on treatment with RISPERDAL CONSTA 50MG INJECTION and for at least 12 weeks after the last dose. 

Drug-Drug Interactions

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RisperidoneCisapride
Critical
RisperidonePramipexole
Critical

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

Drug-Diseases Interactions

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No Drug - Disease interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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  • LITHIUM
  • QUETIAPINE

Habit Forming

No

Special Advise

  • If you are due to undergo surgery or dental procedure, inform the doctor that you are taking RISPERDAL CONSTA 50MG INJECTION.
  • Consult your doctor immediately if you have suicidal tendencies, such as thoughts of harming or killing yourself.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Maintain a healthy diet and exercise regularly.
  • Regularly attend therapy sessions.
  • Perform meditation and yoga.
  • Follow a regular sleep pattern.
  • Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.
  • Learn about your condition, understand the risk factors and follow the doctor's treatment plan.

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