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Generic Risperdal
At this time, generic Risperdal comes in tablet, liquid, and orally disintegrating tablet form. It is available in a number of strengths. Generic Risperdal is made by a few different manufacturers, including Teva Pharmaceuticals and Mylan Pharmaceuticals.
Risperdal® (risperidone) is a prescription medication that has been licensed to treat several conditions. These Risperdal uses can include the treatment of:
- Schizophrenia
- Bipolar disorder (also known as manic depression)
- Irritability associated with autism.
Brand-name Risperdal is manufactured by Janssen, L.P. However, generic Risperdal is also available.
Generic Risperdal Strengths
Generic Risperdal tablets are sold under the name "risperidone" and are available in the following strengths:- Risperidone 0.25 mg
- Risperidone 0.5 mg
- Risperidone 1 mg
- Risperidone 2 mg
- Risperidone 3 mg
- Risperidone 4 mg.
Generic Risperdal orally disintegrating tablets (Risperdal M-Tabs) are available in the following strengths:
- Risperidone 0.25 mg
- Risperidone 0.5 mg
- Risperidone 2 mg
- Risperidone 3 mg
- Risperidone 4 mg.
Generic Risperdal oral solution (risperidone 1 mg per mL) is also available. Injectable Risperdal Consta® is not available in generic form.
Who Makes Generic Risperdal?
Generic Risperdal is made by various manufacturers, including (but not limited to):
- Teva Pharmaceuticals
- Mylan Pharmaceuticals
- Apotex Corporation.
Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
Last reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD