Uses / Indications: Respik 2mg Tablet is used in the treatment of schizophrenia and mania.

Product composition:
• Risperidone (2mg)

Pregnancy interaction:
• Respik 2mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.

Expert advice:
• Works well in schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. You may feel dizziness and drowsiness when you start taking Respik. For the first week, avoid activities that require you to be alert. Respik may cause weight gain, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, and high blood sugar. Tell your doctor if you have any unusual thoughts or behavior, inability to control muscle movements, or fever and excess sweating. Some people may experience severe muscle problem on taking high doses or on long-term use. Tell your doctor if you’re one of them.

Side Effects:
• Headache, Akathisia, Dystonia, Sleepiness, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Parkinsonism.

How to use:
• Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Respik 2mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How it works:
• Respik 2mg Tablet is an atypical antipsychotic. It works by modulating the action of certain chemical messengers in the brain that affect thoughts.

Faq for medicine:
• Is Respik addictive/controlled substance? : No. Respik is neither addictive nor controlled substance|Is Respik an antipsychotic/ sedative/SSRI/ neuroleptic? : Respik is an atypical antagonist which may show sedative effects. It has affinity towards serotonin. Few studies have shown that Respik induces neuroleptic malignant syndrome|Is Respik used for anxiety? : No. Respik is not used for anxiety|Is Respik a benzo? : No. Respik is not a benzo|Is Respik the same as risperdal? : Yes. Risperdal is a brand name of drug Respik|Can I take Respik with nyquil? : No. Taking Respik with Nyquil (dextromethorphan and doxylamine) may increase the side effects such as drowsiness, blurred vision, dry mouth, heat intolerance, flushing, decreased sweating, difficulty urinating, abdominal cramping, constipation, rapid heartbeats, confusion, and memory problems|Can I take vicodin/tramadol/ ambien/diazepam with risperidone? : Using Vicodin (acetaminophen and hydrocodone), Ambien (zolpidem) or diazepam together with risperidone may increase side effects such as dizziness, drowsiness, and difficulty concentrating. Tramadol may increase the risk of seizures when given with risperidone|Can I take ibuprofen/ trazodone/melatonin/ Tylenol with risperidone? : Yes. Taking ibuprofen/ trazodone/melatonin/ Tylenol (acetaminophen) with risperidone does not cause any harmful effects. Please follow your doctor's advice regarding its use|Does Respik cause depression/ weight loss/ high prolactin levels/ weight gain/ lower blood pressure/ make you high or drowsy/ help you sleep? : These side effects are commonly observed with Respik use. Stop taking Respik and consult your doctor immediately if you experience any of these symptoms.

Medicine interaction:
• Respik with Clotrimazole|Respik with Posaconazole|Respik with Fluconazole|Respik with Ketoconazole|Respik with Itraconazole|Respik with Voriconazole|Respik with Terbinafine|Respik with Nalbuphine|Respik with Tramadol|Respik with Escitalopram|Respik with Paroxetine|Respik with Erythromycin|Respik with Lorazepam|Respik with Pentazocine|Respik with Spiramycin|Respik with Diazepam|Respik with Primidone|Respik with Fosphenytoin|Respik with Oxyphenonium|Respik with Dapoxetine|Respik with Chlordiazepoxide|Respik with Azithromycin