Jelly Risperidone Tablet 1mg (Risperidone)

Adult dose

The therapeutic dose of this medication should be adjusted according to the patient's clinical condition, and the lowest effective dose possible should be administered. 1. Schizophrenia 1) Adults (1) Initial dose: Administer risperidone 1 mg orally twice daily and gradually increase the dose. (2) Maintenance dose: Administer 1∼3 mg twice daily. Adjust the dose appropriately according to age and symptoms. (3) No additional effects have been observed with doses of 10 mg or more per day compared with lower doses, and such doses may increase the risk of extrapyramidal symptoms. Doses of 10 mg or more per day should be administered only when the benefits to the individual patient are judged to outweigh the risks. (4) Do not administer doses of 16 mg or more per day, as safety has not been established. (5) A benzodiazepine may be coadministered if additional sedative effects are needed. 2) Administration in special populations • Elderly patients and patients predisposed to hypotension The initial dose is 0.5 mg twice daily. Depending on the patient's condition, increase the dose by 0.5 mg twice daily until a dose of 1～2 mg twice daily is reached. In general, increases to doses of 1.5 mg or more twice daily should be made at intervals of at least 1 week. 3) Switching from another antipsychotic medication to this medication When medically appropriate, start treatment with this medication while gradually reducing the dose of the existing medication. Also, when medically appropriate, when switching from an existing depot antipsychotic medication, start treatment with this medication in place of the next scheduled injection of the depot formulation. Regularly reassess whether concomitant antiparkinsonian medication needs to be continued. 2. Agitation, aggression, or psychotic symptoms in patients with dementia of the Alzheimer type The initial dose is 0.25 mg of this medication twice daily. If needed, depending on the patient, the dose may be increased by 0.25 mg twice daily at intervals of at least 2 days. The optimal dose for most patients is 0.5 mg twice daily, but depending on the patient, the dose may be increased to 1 mg twice daily. Once the patient reaches the optimal dose, once-daily dosing may also be considered. As with symptomatic treatment, the appropriateness of continued use of this medication should be evaluated. 3. Adjunctive treatment for manic episodes in bipolar disorder • The recommended initial dose is 2 mg of this medication once daily. Depending on the patient, the dose may be increased by up to 1 mg per day at intervals of 24 hours or more. The optimal dose for most patients is in the range of 2∼6 mg per day. As with symptomatic treatment, the appropriateness of continued use of this medication should be evaluated. Renal and hepatic impairment In patients with renal or hepatic impairment, administer half the initial and maintenance doses and adjust the dose more gradually. Exercise caution when administering this medication to these patients (see 5. General Precautions).

Child dose

• Clinical experience in children and adolescents under 15 years of age is limited. • Clinical experience in children and adolescents under 15 years of age is limited. - Body weight 50 kg or more The initial dose is 0.5 mg of this medicine once daily. If necessary, depending on the patient, the dose may be increased by 0.5 mg per day at intervals of at least 2 days. For most patients, the optimal dose is 1 mg once daily. Depending on the patient, 0.5∼1.5 mg may be administered once daily. - Body weight under 50 kg The initial dose is 0.25 mg once daily. If necessary, depending on the patient, the dose may be increased by 0.25 mg per day at intervals of at least 2 days. For most patients, the optimal dose is 0.5 mg once daily. Depending on the patient, 0.25∼0.75 mg may be administered once daily. • Clinical experience in children under 5 years of age is limited.

This drug should be used cautiously in elderly dementia patients as it may increase mortality. In particular, the combination with the diuretic furosemide may further increase the risk of death, so careful assessment of risks and benefits should be conducted before co-administration. Additionally, this medication has central nervous system depressant effects, so it should be used with caution when taken with alcohol or other central nervous system depressants. This drug should not be given to patients with certain genetic disorders and should also be avoided in patients with hypersensitivity or who are comatose. Patients with cardiovascular diseases or impaired liver or kidney function should have their dosage adjusted, and those at risk of arrhythmia or QT interval prolongation should also be cautious. This drug can cause various neurological side effects, gastrointestinal symptoms, and skin reactions, so if any abnormal symptoms occur, consult a healthcare professional immediately. Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding should consult their doctor before taking this medication as it may affect the fetus or newborn. Caution is required while driving or operating machinery, and it is advisable to monitor for weight gain and symptoms of diabetes during treatment. In case of overdose, immediate emergency treatment is required, and as there is no antidote for this drug, supportive care according to symptoms is essential. This drug should be stored out of reach of children and not transferred to other containers for safety. When taking this medication, do not mix with tea or cola, and it is advisable to take it immediately after opening.

Death, stroke, transient ischemic attack, venous thrombosis, rhinitis, upper respiratory infection, sinusitis, urinary tract infection, anemia, hypersensitivity, insomnia, anxiety, irritability, Parkinson's disease, akathisia, drowsiness, dizziness, sedation, tremor, muscle rigidity, somnolence, orthostatic dizziness, dyskinesia, syncope, blurred vision, ear pain, orthostatic hypotension, tachycardia, hypotension, nasal congestion, dyspnea, epistaxis, sinus congestion, nausea, constipation, dyspepsia, vomiting, diarrhea, excessive salivation, dry mouth, abdominal discomfort, abdominal pain, gastric discomfort, epigastric pain, rash, dry skin, dandruff, seborrheic dermatitis, hyperkeratosis, back pain, joint pain, limb pain, urinary incontinence, ejaculatory dysfunction, fatigue, asthenia, fever, chest pain, elevated blood creatinine phosphokinase, increased heart rate, pneumonia, soft tissue infection, decreased appetite, confusion, transient ischemic attack, decreased level of consciousness, drooling, cerebrovascular accident, conjunctivitis, hypotension, cough, runny nose, dysphagia, fecal impaction, erythema, abnormal posture, joint swelling, peripheral edema, gait disturbance, pitting edema, elevated body temperature, upper respiratory infection, rhinitis, influenza, increased appetite, middle insomnia, lethargy, headache, stuttering, attention deficit, balance disorder, hypersomnia, palpitations, pharyngolaryngeal pain, pulmonary congestion, pruritus, acne, myalgia, neck pain, nocturia, increased frequency of urination, galactorrhea, emotional changes, apathy, chest discomfort, weight gain, elevated blood prolactin, anxiety, blunted affect, sleep disturbances, decreased libido, sexual dysfunction, depression, nightmares, unresponsive to stimuli, dyscoordination, loss of consciousness, speech impairment, sensory loss, movement disorders, tardive dyskinesia, cerebral ischemia, cerebrovascular accident disorder, neuroleptic malignant syndrome, diabetic coma, head tremor, seizures, psychomotor hyperactivity, delayed-onset dyskinesia, cerebrovascular disorders, sensory disturbances, conjunctival injection, eye discharge, eye motion, eyelid swelling, photophobia, eyelid crusting, dry eyes, increased tearing, glare, glaucoma, decreased vision, tinnitus, dizziness, sinus bradycardia, sinus tachycardia, palpitations, I-degree atrioventricular block, left bundle branch block, right bundle branch block, atrioventricular block, flushing, conduction abnormalities, electrocardiogram abnormalities, prolonged QT interval on electrocardiogram, peripheral venous thrombosis, bradycardia, wheezing, aspiration pneumonia, voicing difficulties, wet cough, airway edema, rales, respiratory disorders, nasal cavity edema, hyperventilation, fecal incontinence, gastritis, lip swelling, cheilitis, salivary gland deficiency, distension, gastroenteritis, tongue swelling, toothache, skin discoloration, skin lesions, skin disorders, erythematous rash, papular rash, generalized rash, papulosquamous rash, eczema, musculoskeletal chest pain, joint stiffness, muscle weakness, rhabdomyolysis, urination disorders, amenorrhea, gynecomastia, vaginal discharge, erectile dysfunction, ejaculation disorders, menstrual disorders, breast distension, sexual dysfunction, retrograde ejaculation, breast discharge, thirst, influenza-like syndrome, edema, malaise, facial swelling, discomfort, generalized edema, chills, peripheral coldness, drug withdrawal syndrome, adverse drug reaction, decreased body temperature, procedure-related pain, elevated ALT, electrocardiogram abnormalities, eosinophilia, elevated AST, leukopenia, elevated blood glucose, decreased hemoglobin, decreased hematocrit, hypothermia, hypotension, increased transaminases, increased gamma-glutamyl transferase, increased liver enzymes, agranulocytosis, thrombocytopenia, dysregulation of antidiuretic hormone secretion, diabetic ketoacidosis, diabetes mellitus, hypoglycemia, water intoxication, elevated blood cholesterol, increased blood triglycerides, mania, dysgeusia, intraoperative iris tension reduction syndrome, atrial fibrillation, deep vein thrombosis, pulmonary embolism, sleep apnea syndrome, intestinal obstruction, pancreatitis, jaundice, angioedema, alopecia, neonatal drug withdrawal syndrome, urinary retention, priapism, hypothermia, prolonged QT interval on electrocardiogram, chest pain, liver dysfunction, hepatitis, dry mouth, xerostomia, urinary retention, polyuria, hiccups, increased sweating, leukopenia, arrhythmia, hangover, ocular motor seizures, acne, dysphagia, enuresis, tic disorder, dyspnea, suicidal ideation, accident phobia, delusion, hallucination, exacerbation of auditory hallucination symptoms, falls, drug hypersensitivity reactions, glucose detection in urine, hyperprolactinemia, postprandial syndrome, anorexia, elevated blood cholesterol, elevated blood triglycerides, hyperglycemia, weight loss, anxiety, blunted affect, sleep disturbances, decreased libido, sexual dysfunction, depression, nightmares, unresponsive to stimuli, dyscoordination, loss of consciousness, speech impairment, sensory loss, movement disorders, tardive dyskinesia, cerebral ischemia, cerebrovascular accident disorder, neuroleptic malignant syndrome, diabetic coma, head tremor, seizures, psychomotor hyperactivity, delayed-onset dyskinesia, cerebrovascular disorders, sensory disturbances, eyelid spasm, ocular movement disorders, dizziness, bradycardia, premature ventricular contractions, arrhythmia, hypertension, thromboembolism, postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome, toothache, tongue spasm, hyperflexibility, hemorrhoids, eczema, hyperhidrosis, pruritus, drug rash, urticaria, hip pain, delayed menstruation, delayed ejaculation, scanty menstruation, breast discomfort, breast engorgement, breast enlargement, urination difficulties, anaphylaxis, pain, sclerosis, weight loss, increased gamma-GT, increased liver enzymes, glucose detection in urine, falls, priapism

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent exposure to air or moisture. The storage temperature should be kept between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

Oblong white film-coated tablets

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 200 tablets/bottle