Risperdal Solution

Risperdal Solution is used for:

Treating schizophrenia or bipolar disorder. It is used to treat irritability caused by autistic disorder. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.

Risperdal Solution is an atypical antipsychotic. It works by affecting certain substances in the brain.

Do NOT use Risperdal Solution if:

• you are allergic to any ingredient in Risperdal Solution

Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.

Before using Risperdal Solution:

Some medical conditions may interact with Risperdal Solution. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:

• if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding
• if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
• if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances
• if you have a history of seizures, heart problems (eg, heart failure, slow or irregular heartbeat), abnormal electrocardiogram (ECG), heart attack, stroke, blood vessel problems, or high or low blood pressure
• if you have a history of kidney or liver problems, stomach or bowel problems (eg, narrowing, blockage), neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS), suicidal thoughts or attempts, or alcohol abuse or dependence
• if you have diabetes or are very overweight, or if a family member has had diabetes
• if you have Alzheimer disease, dementia, Parkinson disease, or esophagus problems (eg, trouble swallowing)
• if you have had high blood prolactin levels or a history of certain types of cancer (eg, breast, pancreas, pituitary, brain), or if you are at risk for breast cancer
• if you are dehydrated, drink alcohol, or will be exposed to very high or very low temperatures

Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Risperdal Solution. Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:

• Alpha-blockers (eg, doxazosin) or medicine for high blood pressure because the risk of low blood pressure and fainting may be increased
• Anticholinergics (eg, scopolamine) because the risk of overheating may be increased
• Clozapine or selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) (eg, fluoxetine, paroxetine) because they may increase the risk of Risperdal Solution's side effects
• Carbamazepine, phenobarbital, phenytoin, or rifampin because they may decrease Risperdal Solution's effectiveness
• Dopamine receptor agonists (eg, pramipexole) or levodopa because their effectiveness may be decreased by Risperdal Solution

This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Risperdal Solution may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.