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Were you looking for information about Risperdal? Risperidol is a common misspelling of Risperdal.
If you have bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, or irritability due to autism, your healthcare provider may prescribe Risperdal® (risperidone). In clinical studies of using the drug for schizophrenia, people taking it experienced improvements in their schizophrenia symptoms (including hallucinations and suspiciousness), compared to those not taking it.
In previous studies, Risperdal was also shown to be effective for bipolar disorder treatment. In these studies, the drug was shown to be effective when used alone or with other bipolar disorder medications. Children with autism who were taking Risperdal experienced fewer behavior problems, including aggression, self-harm, temper tantrums, and quickly changing moods.
The medication comes in tablet form and is generally taken once or twice daily. As with any drug, there are possible side effects with Risperdal, such as insomnia, anxiety, and an increased appetite.
(Click on Risperdal for more information on how Risperdal works, tips for when and how to take the medication, and things you should tell your healthcare provider prior to taking the medication. You can also click the links in the box to the right for more specific topics on Risperdal.)
Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
Last reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD