Risp Syrup

Short Description

Risp Syrup 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

Syrup

Introduction

Risp Syrup 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. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Risp Syrup may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Side Effects

insomnia sedation somnolence parkinsonism headache dizziness sleepiness new or worsening depression suicidal thoughts

Alcohol Warning

Risp Syrup may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.

Breastfeeding Warning

Risp Syrup 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

Risp Syrup may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby.

Interacting Medicines

Clotrimazole Fluconazole Itraconazole Ketoconazole

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

Risp Syrup helps treat schizophrenia and mania. It may cause less weight gain It may cause less sedation It may cause less heart problems as compared to other similar medicines. It may take 4-6 weeks to notice any medication effects.