Riscon 0.5 MD Tablet

Short Description

Riscon 0.5 MD Tablet 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.

Dosage Form

Tablet MD

Introduction

Riscon 0.5 MD Tablet is taken with or without food, preferably at night. 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. Take this in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor and if you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember. It is important that this medication is not stopped suddenly without talking to your doctor as it may worsen your symptoms.

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. Riscon 0.5 MD Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Side Effects

insomnia sedation somnolence parkinsonism and headache

Alcohol Warning

Riscon 0.5 MD Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.

Breastfeeding Warning

Riscon 0.5 MD Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Pregnancy Warning

Riscon 0.5 MD Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Interacting Medicines

Clotrimazole Fluconazole Itraconazole Ketoconazole

Riscon 0.5 MD Tablet is an atypical antipsychotic. It works by affecting the levels of chemical messengers (dopamine and serotonin) to improve mood, thoughts and behavior.

It may cause less weight gain sedation and heart problems as compared to other similar medicines. It may take 4-6 weeks to notice any medication effects. Keep taking it as prescribed. Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Riscon 0.5 MD Tablet can cause dizziness and sleepiness. Inform your doctor if you experience any abnormal movements or restlessness. Inform your doctor if you have a history of heart diseases as Riscon 0.5 MD Tablet can increase your risk of irregular heartbeat. Do not stop taking Riscon 0.5 MD Tablet without talking to your doctor first as it may cause worsening of symptoms.