Risperidone (RISDIN^® ODT) Orally Disintegrating Tablet

What is Risdin^® ODT used for?

Risperidone (Risdin® ODT) is used for the treatment of schizophrenia and manic episodes associated with bipolar disorder. Risdin® ODT is also used for the short-term treatment of persistent aggression in patients with Alzheimer’s dementia and short-term symptomatic treatment of persistent aggression in children with conduct disorder.

How much and how often should Risdin^® ODT be taken?

Risperidone (Risdin® ODT) may be given once or twice daily. For the elderly, a starting dose of 0.5 mg twice daily is recommended. For children and adolescents from 5 to 18 years of age, a starting dose of 0.5 mg once daily is recommended for body weight >/= 50 kg.

What is the available pack size of Risdin^® ODT?

Risdin® ODT is Risperidone 1 mg Orally Disintegrating Tablet in a blister pack of 10’s in a box of 100’s.

What are the possible side effects of Risdin^® ODT?

Risdin® ODT may cause Parkinsonism, headache, dizziness, somnolence, lethargy, insomnia, palpitations, blurred vision, dyspnea, cough, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, abdominal pain, rash, increased appetite and joint pains among others.

FDA Registration number

DRP-12208-01