Schizophrenia & Risperidone

Connection: Risperidone & Schizophrenia»

MedlinePlus Drug Information: Risperidone
Risperidone controls schizophrenia but does not cure it. It may take several weeks or longer before you feel the full benefit of risperidone.

Risperdal (risperidone)
Risperidone works by blocking the receptors in the brain that dopamine acts on. This prevents the excessive activity of dopamine and helps to ...

NIMH: Clinical Trials
This study will determine the effectiveness of oral risperidone versus long-acting injectable risperidone in treating people with first-episode ...

CV: Nicholas A Votolato RPh BCPP
Background and rationale for an initial controlled study of risperidone.

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Risperidone is used to treat the symptoms of schizophrenia (a mental illness that causes disturbed or unusual thinking, loss of interest in life, and strong or inappropriate emotions). It is also used to treat episodes of mania (frenzied, abnormally excited, or ... Read More

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