The dosage of Risperdal should be determined according to the patient’s age, medical condition, response to treatment, and potential interactions with other medications. It is essential to inform the doctor and pharmacist of all products being used, including prescription drugs, over-the-counter medications, and herbal remedies. To minimize the risk of side effects, the doctor may recommend beginning at a low dose and gradually increasing the amount taken. It is essential to follow the physician’s instructions carefully.
Initial Dose
Titration
(Increments)
Target Dose
Effective Dose
Schizophrenia: adults (Schizophrenia)
2 mg
1 to 2 mg
4 to 8 mg
4 to 16 mg
Schizophrenia: adolescents (Bipolar Mania)
0.5 mg
0.5 to 1 mg
3 mg
1 to 6 mg
Bipolar mania: adults (Bipolar Mania)
2 to 3 mg
1 mg
1 to 6 mg
1 to 6 mg
Bipolar mania: children and adolescents (Bipolar Mania)
0.5 mg
0.5 to 1 mg
1 to 2.5 mg
1 to 6 mg
Irritability in autistic disorder (Irritability Associated with Autistic Disorder – Pediatrics (Children and Adolescents))
0.25 mg Can increase to 0.5 mg by Day 4: (body weight less than 20 kg)
0.5 mg Can increase to 1 mg by Day 4: (body weight greater than or equal to 20 kg)
After Day 4, at intervals of > 2 weeks: 0.25 mg (body weight less than 20 kg)
0.5 mg (body weight greater than or equal to 20 kg)
0.5 mg: (body weight less than 20 kg)
1 mg: (body weight greater than or equal to 20 kg)
0.5 to 3 mg
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