RISPERIDONE, 1mg, tab.
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DORARISP1T-
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Account code:
60000
HS Code:
300490
Last Updated on:
28/07/2024, 22:02:51
24.1 - Medicines for psychotic disorders
Classification of the medicines in groups and subgroups according to their therapeutic use.
The classification used by MSF is based on the WHO Model List of Essential Medicines.
N05AX08
Anatomical Therapeutic Chemical Classification according to WHOCC
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The product is part of at least one Kit.
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RISPERIDONE
Therapeutic Action
Atypical neuroleptic
Indications
Acute and chronic psychosis and acute manic episode, in case of intolerance or treatment failure with other antipsychotics (e.g. haloperidol)
Instructions for use
It is recommended to order biperiden (or trihexyphenidyl) together with risperidone, to be given in the event of extrapyramidal disorders.
Precautions for Use
Administer with caution and carefully monitor use in elderly patients, patients with hypokalaemia, hypotension, renal or hepatic impairment, history of seizures.
Do not administer to patients with cardiac disorders, dementia, Parkinson's disease and history of neuroleptic malignant syndrome.
Storage
Below 25ºC - Protect from sunlight