There have only been studies showing the safety of Risperdal in adults, so children may risk very serious side effects. The use of antipsychotic medications for children has continued to be a controversial subject over the years and the growing trend of prescribing new and powerful drugs like Risperdal to children has especially high risk considering the risk that the risperdal side effects could last forever.

Risperdal side effects to consider (Most common)

Abdominal pain Vomiting Constipation Diarrhea Dry mouth Sore throat Abnormal walk Agitation Aggression Anxiety Chest pain Rapid heart beat Coughing Involuntary movements Nasal inflammation Decreased activity

Decreased sexual desires Excessive menstrual bleeding Lack of coordination Impotence Dizziness Fever Dry skin Difficulty urinating Heavy menstruation Tremor Weight gain Lethargic feelings Join pain Difficulty ejaculating Tremor Respiratory infection

Less common side effects may include:
Abnormal vision, back pain, dandruff, difficult or labored breathing, increased saliva, sinus inflammation, toothache.

Risperdal studies on animals have indicated that undesirable effects could occur, though experts are still unsure of what effect Risperdal has with pregnant women. It has been shown that Risperdal can pass through the milk of nursing animals, and so women that are still breast-feeding should discuss alternate treatment methods to Risperdal to be safe.

Special warnings about this medication :

You should use Risperdal cautiously if you have kidney, liver, or heart disease, seizures, breast cancer, thyroid disorders, or any other diseases that affect the metabolism (conversion of food into energy and tissue). Use caution, too, if you've had a stroke or mini-strokes, suffer from fluid loss or dehydration, or expect to be exposed to extremes of temperature.

Be aware that Risperdal may mask signs and symptoms of drug overdose and of conditions such as intestinal obstruction, brain tumor, and Reye's syndrome (a dangerous neurological condition that may follow viral infections, usually occurring in children). Risperdal can also cause difficulty when swallowing, which in turn can cause a type of pneumonia.

Risperdal may cause Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome (NMS), a condition marked by muscle stiffness or rigidity, fast heartbeat or irregular pulse, increased sweating, high fever, and high or low blood pressure. Unchecked, this condition can prove fatal. Call your doctor immediately if you notice any of these symptoms. Risperdal therapy should be discontinued.

This drug may impair your ability to drive a car or operate potentially dangerous machinery. Do not participate in any activities that require full alertness if you are unsure of your ability.

Risperdal can cause orthostatic hypotension (low blood pressure when rising to a standing position), with dizziness, rapid heartbeat, and fainting, especially when you first start to take it. If you develop this problem, report it to your doctor. He can adjust your dose to reduce the symptoms.

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