Risdone-Forte Tablet is a combination medicine used in the treatment of schizophrenia. It works by modulating the action of certain chemical messengers in the brain that affect thoughts.

Risdone-Forte Tablet is a combination of atypical antipsychotics and anticholinergic- centrally acting medicines.

Uses of Risdone-Forte Tablet

Schizophrenia

Benefits of Risdone-Forte Tablet

In Schizophrenia

Schizophrenia is a mental disorder in which a person’s thinking ability, feelings and behavior become abnormal. Risdone-Forte Tablet helps restore the chemical imbalances in the brain that are responsible for such changes. It improves thoughts, behavior and enhances the quality of life. Do not stop taking it unless advised by the doctor. It can take several weeks for your symptoms to improve; so keep using the medicine even if you do not think it is working.

Side effects of Risdone-Forte Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Risdone-Forte

Nausea
Constipation
Dryness in mouth
Weight gain
Sleepiness
Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing)
Increased prolactin level in blood
Nervousness

How to use Risdone-Forte Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Risdone-Forte Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

Risdone-Forte Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Risdone-Forte Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Risdone-Forte Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

Risdone-Forte Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Risdone-Forte Tablet can cause blurring of vision, dizziness, mild nausea, and mental confusion in some cases. This may affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CAUTION

Risdone-Forte Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Risdone-Forte Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CAUTION

Risdone-Forte Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Risdone-Forte Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Risdone-Forte Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Risdone-Forte Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

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Quick tips

Risdone-Forte Tablet

Risdone-Forte Tablet is a combination medicine that helps treat schizophrenia or mania.
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Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Risdone-Forte Tablet can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
Avoid consuming alcohol while taking this medication as it may lower its efficacy.
It can cause dry mouth. Maintain good oral hygiene,drink water, chew sugarless gum, or suck on hard candy for the dry mouth.
It may cause an increase in weight, blood sugar, cholesterol, and triglycerides (fat). Eat healthy, exercise, and monitor your levels regularly.
Inform your doctor if you have glaucoma or trouble passing urine.
Do not stop taking Risdone-Forte Tablet without talking to your doctor first as it may cause worsening of symptoms.

Fact Box

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Therapeutic Class

NEURO CNS

Patient concerns

Currently taking risp + for schizophrenia but price for this medicine has gone up 3 times any alternate medicine available with the same composition. Please inform

Dr. Jyoti Kapoor Madan

Psychiatry

Resperidone is available as sizodon, Respidone, Risnia, Resperdal , Risdone

Suffering from schizophrenia since last 40yrs controlled on risdone plus and resizing plus alternate days And traizzine s not resizing plus

Dr. Jyoti Kapoor Madan

Psychiatry

Schzophrenia is a chronic problem caused by Neuro chemical disturbance in brain. It is characterised by fear, odd experiences and distorted thought pattern. Treatment is with antipsychotic medicines which may need to continue throughout life. Regular follow up with psychiatrist is essential for monitoring side effects and response.

Taking. Risdone ls medicine from 2009

Dr. Jyoti Kapoor Madan

Psychiatry

Based on your clinical history, your doctor plans the type of medicine and it's dose and duration. For first episode of anxiety/ depression/ panic, the usual maintenance phase is 6 months of asymptomatic period, after which medicines can be gradually tapered. But treatment may need to continue longer depending on severity and frequency of episodes.Treatment for psychiatric disorders is usually long term. To monitor any potential side effects and to take any decision to change medication or stop them, several factors have to be taken in account for which regular follow up with your psychiatrist is important. For second opinion, seek a proper consultation with another psychiatrist and take along your previous prescriptions.

Taking risdone ls medicine from 2009

Dr. Jyoti Kapoor Madan

Psychiatry

Based on your clinical history, your doctor plans the type of medicine and it's dose and duration. For first episode of anxiety/ depression/ panic, the usual maintenance phase is 6 months of asymptomatic period, after which medicines can be gradually tapered. But treatment may need to continue longer depending on severity and frequency of episodes. For psychotic disorders, treatment is usually life long. To monitor any potential side effects and to take any decision to change medication or stop them, several factors have to be taken in account for which regular follow up with your psychiatrist is important. For second opinion, seek a proper consultation with another psychiatrist and take along your previous prescriptions.

User feedback

Patients taking Risdone-Forte Tablet

Once A Day

64%

Twice A Day

30%

Thrice A Day

Thrice A week

What are you using Risdone-Forte Tablet for?

Mania

50%

Schizophrenia

50%

How much was the improvement?

Average

50%

Poor

50%

How do you take Risdone-Forte Tablet?

With food

100%

Please rate Risdone-Forte Tablet on price

Expensive

67%

Average

33%

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Risdone-Forte Tablet

Introduction of Risdone-Forte Tablet

Uses of Risdone-Forte Tablet

Benefits of Risdone-Forte Tablet

In Schizophrenia

Side effects of Risdone-Forte Tablet

Common side effects of Risdone-Forte

How to use Risdone-Forte Tablet

Safety advice

What if you forget to take Risdone-Forte Tablet?

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