Uses / Indications:
Speridon 2mg Tablet MD is used in the treatment of schizophrenia and mania.
Interactions / Warnings:
Speridon 2mg Tablet MD may cause excessive drowsiness and calmness with alcohol.
Pregnancy interaction:
Speridon 2mg Tablet MD may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.
Expert advice:
Works well in schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. You may feel dizziness and drowsiness when you start taking Speridon. For the first week, avoid activities that require you to be alert. Speridon may cause weight gain, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, and high blood sugar. Tell your doctor if you have any unusual thoughts or behavior, inability to control muscle movements, or fever and excess sweating. Some people may experience severe muscle problem on taking high doses or on long-term use. Tell your doctor if you’re one of them.
Side Effects:
Headache, Akathisia, Dystonia, Sleepiness, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Parkinsonism.
How to use:
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Do not handle the tablets with wet hands. Put it in your mouth but do not swallow it. Speridon 2mg Tablet MD may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How it works:
Speridon 2mg Tablet MD is an atypical antipsychotic. It works by modulating the action of certain chemical messengers in the brain that affect thoughts.
Faq for medicine:
Is Speridon addictive/controlled substance? : No. Speridon is neither addictive nor controlled substance|Is Speridon an antipsychotic/ sedative/SSRI/ neuroleptic? : Speridon is an atypical antagonist which may show sedative effects. It has affinity towards serotonin. Few studies have shown that Speridon induces neuroleptic malignant syndrome|Is Speridon used for anxiety? : No. Speridon is not used for anxiety|Is Speridon a benzo? : No. Speridon is not a benzo|Is Speridon the same as risperdal? : Yes. Risperdal is a brand name of drug Speridon|Can I take Speridon with nyquil? : No. Taking Speridon with Nyquil (dextromethorphan and doxylamine) may increase the side effects such as drowsiness, blurred vision, dry mouth, heat intolerance, flushing, decreased sweating, difficulty urinating, abdominal cramping, constipation, rapid heartbeats, confusion, and memory problems|Can I take vicodin/tramadol/ ambien/diazepam with risperidone? : Using Vicodin (acetaminophen and hydrocodone), Ambien (zolpidem) or diazepam together with risperidone may increase side effects such as dizziness, drowsiness, and difficulty concentrating. Tramadol may increase the risk of seizures when given with risperidone|Can I take ibuprofen/ trazodone/melatonin/ Tylenol with risperidone? : Yes. Taking ibuprofen/ trazodone/melatonin/ Tylenol (acetaminophen) with risperidone does not cause any harmful effects. Please follow your doctor's advice regarding its use|Does Speridon cause depression/ weight loss/ high prolactin levels/ weight gain/ lower blood pressure/ make you high or drowsy/ help you sleep? : These side effects are commonly observed with Speridon use. Stop taking Speridon and consult your doctor immediately if you experience any of these symptoms.
Medicine interaction:
Speridon with Clotrimazole|Speridon with Posaconazole|Speridon with Fluconazole|Speridon with Ketoconazole|Speridon with Itraconazole|Speridon with Voriconazole|Speridon with Terbinafine|Speridon with Nalbuphine|Speridon with Tramadol|Speridon with Escitalopram|Speridon with Paroxetine|Speridon with Erythromycin|Speridon with Lorazepam|Speridon with Pentazocine|Speridon with Spiramycin|Speridon with Diazepam|Speridon with Chlordiazepoxide|Speridon with Fosphenytoin|Speridon with Dapoxetine|Speridon with Oxyphenonium|Speridon with Primidone|Speridon with Azithromycin
