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.

 

An Overview of Generic Risperdal

Risperdal® (risperidone) is a prescription medication that has been licensed to treat several conditions. These Risperdal uses can include the treatment of:
 
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.
     
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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
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