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Frenia 2 mg

Tablet

Generic: Risperidone

Incepta Pharmaceuticals Ltd.

Therapeutic Class: Atypical Antipsychotic

Indications

Schizophrenia and other psychoses. Manic episodes associated with bipolar disorder.

Pharmacology

Risperidone blocks serotonin 5-HT2 and dopamine D2 receptors in the brain, which relieves both the positive and the negative symptoms of psychosis.

Dosage & Administration

Schizophrenia: Adult: 2 mg daily on day 1 and 4 mg daily on day 2, in 1 to 2 divided doses; usual dose 4 mg to 6 mg daily. Mania: initially 2 mg once daily, adjusted in steps of 1 mg daily; usual dose 1 mg to 6 mg daily. Elderly: initially 0.5 mg 2 times daily, increased slowly to 1 mg to 2 mg 2 times daily.

Side Effects

Insomnia, agitation, headache, drowsiness, tremor and muscle stiffness, weight gain, raised prolactin level and postural hypotension.

Precautions & Warnings

To be used only on the prescription of a registered physician. May cause drowsiness; avoid driving, operating machinery and alcohol. Must not be stopped abruptly; the dose should be reduced gradually. Use with caution in cardiovascular disease, diabetes, epilepsy, Parkinson's disease, renal or hepatic impairment and in elderly patients with dementia.

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to risperidone.

Storage Conditions

Store below 30°C in a cool, dry place, away from light. Keep out of the reach of children.

This information is for reference only. Always consult a qualified doctor or pharmacist before taking any medicine.

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