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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
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RISPERDAL CONSTA 50MG INJECTION, Pack of 1 Injection
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RISPERIDONE-50MG
Johnson & Johnson Pvt Ltd
PARENTERAL
Not Returnable
Apr-24
ANTIPSYCHOTICS
INDIA
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
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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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  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

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.

Schizophrenia, Bipolar disorder

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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.

RISPERDAL CONSTA 50MG INJECTION will be administered by a qualified healthcare professional; do not self-administer.
  • Headache
  • Dizziness
  • Drowsiness
  • Fatigue
  • Constipation
  • Weight gain
  • Dry mouth

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. 

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RisperidonePramipexole
Critical
RisperidoneZiprasidone
Critical
RisperidonePramipexole
Critical
How does the drug interact with RISPERDAL CONSTA 50MG INJECTION:
Taking RISPERDAL CONSTA 50MG INJECTION with Pramipexole may reduce the effectiveness of Pramipexole.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking RISPERDAL CONSTA 50MG INJECTION with Pramipexole is not recommended as it can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience drowsiness, dizziness, and lightheadedness contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
RisperidoneZiprasidone
Critical
How does the drug interact with RISPERDAL CONSTA 50MG INJECTION:
Co-administration of RISPERDAL CONSTA 50MG INJECTION with Ziprasidone can increase the risk of irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking RISPERDAL CONSTA 50MG INJECTION with Ziprasidone together can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, consult a doctor immediately if you experience any symptoms such as sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
RisperidoneCisapride
Critical
How does the drug interact with RISPERDAL CONSTA 50MG INJECTION:
When RISPERDAL CONSTA 50MG INJECTION is taken with Cisapride, it can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking cisapride together with RISPERDAL CONSTA 50MG INJECTION is not recommended as it can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. If you notice any of these symptoms like sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
RisperidoneMetoclopramide
Critical
How does the drug interact with RISPERDAL CONSTA 50MG INJECTION:
Co-administration of Metoclopramide with RISPERDAL CONSTA 50MG INJECTION can increase the risk of side effects like uncontrolled movement disorder.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking RISPERDAL CONSTA 50MG INJECTION with Metoclopramide is not recommended as it can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. If you notice any of these symptoms like muscle spasms or movements that you can't stop or control, such as lip smacking, chewing, puckering, frowning or scowling, tongue thrusting, teeth clenching, jaw twitching, blinking, eye-rolling, shaking or jerking of arms and legs, shaking, jitteriness, restlessness, pacing, and foot tapping contact a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor’s advice.
RisperidoneSparfloxacin
Critical
How does the drug interact with RISPERDAL CONSTA 50MG INJECTION:
Coadministration of RISPERDAL CONSTA 50MG INJECTION with sparfloxacin can increase the risk of abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Sparfloxacin with RISPERDAL CONSTA 50MG INJECTION together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or irregular heartbeat, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
RisperidoneCeritinib
Severe
How does the drug interact with RISPERDAL CONSTA 50MG INJECTION:
Combining RISPERDAL CONSTA 50MG INJECTION with Ceritinib can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm and other side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Ceritinib with RISPERDAL CONSTA 50MG INJECTION can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations. Do not stop using any medications without consulting doctor.
RisperidoneBupropion
Severe
How does the drug interact with RISPERDAL CONSTA 50MG INJECTION:
Taking Bupropion with RISPERDAL CONSTA 50MG INJECTION can increase the risk of seizures (fits).

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking RISPERDAL CONSTA 50MG INJECTION and Bupropion together can cause an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has suggested it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as lip smacking, chewing, puckering, frowning or scowling, tongue thrusting, teeth clenching, jaw twitching, blinking, eye-rolling, shaking or jerking of arms and legs, shaking of hands and legs, jitteriness, restlessness, pacing, and foot tapping,. Do not stop using any medications without consulting doctor.
RisperidoneTetrabenazine
Severe
How does the drug interact with RISPERDAL CONSTA 50MG INJECTION:
Co-administration of Tetrabenazine and RISPERDAL CONSTA 50MG INJECTION can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm and other side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Tetrabenazine and RISPERDAL CONSTA 50MG INJECTION together can lead to an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor advises. However, if you experience any symptoms like muscle spasms or movements that you can't stop or control, such as dizziness, palpitations, drowsiness, lip smacking, chewing, frowning or scowling, tongue thrusting, teeth clenching, jaw twitching, blinking, eye-rolling, shaking or jerking of arms and legs, tremor, restlessness, and foot tapping, fever, heat intolerance, excessive sweating, stiffness, difficulty moving or swallowing, sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, and fast or pounding heartbeats, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
RisperidoneHaloperidol
Severe
How does the drug interact with RISPERDAL CONSTA 50MG INJECTION:
Co-administration of RISPERDAL CONSTA 50MG INJECTION and Haloperidol can increase the risk or severity of irregular heart rhythms.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of RISPERDAL CONSTA 50MG INJECTION and Haloperidol can lead to an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor advises. However, if you experience any symptoms like sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, heart palpitations, loose stools, or vomiting, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
RisperidoneTopiramate
Severe
How does the drug interact with RISPERDAL CONSTA 50MG INJECTION:
Taking Topiramate with RISPERDAL CONSTA 50MG INJECTION can increase the risk of brain related side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking RISPERDAL CONSTA 50MG INJECTION and Topiramate together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as dizziness, drowsiness, difficulty concentrating, and impairment in judgment, reaction speed and motor coordination. Do not stop using any medications without consulting doctor.
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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.
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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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  • 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.
  • 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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