Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Jan 7, 2022.
Warning: Increased Mortality in Elderly Patients with Dementia-Related PsychosisElderly patients with dementia-related psychosis treated with antipsychotic drugs are at an increased risk of death. RisperiDONE is not approved for the treatment of patients with dementia-related psychosis and has not been studied in this population .
Intramuscular route(Powder for Suspension, Extended Release)Elderly patients with dementia-related psychosis treated with antipsychotic drugs are at an increased risk of death. RisperiDONE is not approved for use in patients with dementia-related psychosis .
Commonly used brand name(s)
In the U.S.
- Perseris
- Risperdal Consta
Available Dosage Forms:
- Powder for Suspension, Extended Release
Therapeutic Class: Antipsychotic
Chemical Class: Benzisoxazole
Uses for risperidone
Risperidone injection is used to treat the symptoms of psychotic (mental) disorders, including schizophrenia. Risperdal Consta® may be used alone or together with other medicines (eg, lithium or valproate) to treat patients with bipolar disorder. Risperidone should not be used to treat behavioral problems in older adults who have dementia.
Risperidone is to be given only by or under the direct supervision of your doctor.
Before using risperidone
In deciding to use a medicine, the risks of taking the medicine must be weighed against the good it will do. This is a decision you and your doctor will make. For risperidone, the following should be considered:
Allergies
Tell your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic reaction to risperidone or any other medicines. Also tell your health care professional if you have any other types of allergies, such as to foods, dyes, preservatives, or animals. For non-prescription products, read the label or package ingredients carefully.
Pediatric
Appropriate studies have not been performed on the relationship of age to the effects of risperidone injection in the pediatric population. Safety and efficacy hav
