Risperdal Alternatives (Cont.)

Mood Stabilizers

Mood stabilizers are effective at treating bipolar disorder (but not schizophrenia). Many (but not all) of these medications are anticonvulsants (meaning they are used to treat seizures). These medications can include:
 
 

A Summary of Risperdal Alternatives

There are several Risperdal alternatives, including other medications and therapy. Talk with your healthcare provider if Risperdal is not working for you or if you are experiencing bothersome Risperdal side effects. You may need to try one of the other bipolar disorder or schizophrenia treatments.

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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
Last reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD;