Risperdal Consta 25 mg Risperidone Prolonged Release Suspension for Injection

PRODUCT INTRODUCTION

Risperdal Consta 25mg Injection is used in the treatment of schizophrenia (a mental disorder that can result in hallucinations or delusions and also adversely affects a person's ability to think and behave) and mania.

Risperdal Consta 25mg Injection is given under the supervision of a healthcare professional. However, it is advised to take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body. This medication should not be stopped suddenly without talking to your doctor as it may worsen your symptoms. However, discontinue this medicine immediately if you experience Neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS), characterized by fever, muscle rigidity, and altered consciousness.

Some common side effects of this medicine include upper respiratory tract infection, insomnia, depression, anxiety, parkinsonism, and headache. Initially, this medicine may cause a sudden drop in blood pressure when you change positions, so it is better to rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down. It also causes dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you.

You should be cautious if you are using this medicine as it may increase the risk of developing diabetes, so it is better to monitor glucose regularly. Inform your doctor if you develop any unusual changes in mood or behavior, new or worsening depression, or suicidal thoughts while taking this medicine.

Uses Of Risperdal Consta Injection

Treatment of Schizophrenia

Mania

Benefits Of Risperdal Consta Injection

In Treatment of Schizophrenia

Schizophrenia is a mental disorder in which a person's thinking ability, feelings and behavior become abnormal. Risperdal Consta 25mg Injection helps restore the chemical imbalances in the brain that are responsible for such changes. It improves thoughts, behavior and enhances the quality of life.

In Mania

Mania means extremely excited or elevated mood. Risperdal Consta 25mg Injection helps calm the mood and relax the nerves. This stabilises the mood and prevents the symptoms of mania from recurring again. Taking Risperdal Consta 25mg Injection will ensure that you have a better social life and are able to do daily activities more comfortably.

Side Effects Of Risperdal Consta Injection

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 Risperdal Consta

Depression

Headache

Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)

Parkinsonism

Drowsiness

Sedation

How To Use Risperdal Consta Injection

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

How Risperdal Consta Injection Works

Risperdal Consta 25mg Injection is an atypical antipsychotic. It works by affecting the levels of chemical messengers (dopamine and serotonin) to improve mood, thoughts and behavior.