Riscon Plus Strip Of 10 Tabletss
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Product Summary
| Salt Content | Risperidone(3.0 Mg)+Trihexyphenidyl / Benzhexol Hydrochloride(2.0 Mg) |
| Uses | Treats Schizophrenia and Bipolar disorder |
| Therapy | Anti-psychotics |
| Side effects | Somnolence (sedation), Agitation, Headache, Drowsiness, Orthostatic hypotension (drop in blood pressure with the change of posture), Weight gain |
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Medical Description
Uses
- Riscon Plus tablet is used to treat the following cases:
- Treats Schizophrenia (mood disorder)
- Relieves symptoms of bipolar disorders (mood disorder)
Contraindications
- Riscon Plus tablet is contraindicated in the following cases:
- If you are allergic to the medicine or any of its constituents or develop any serious side effect following its consumption
Side effects
- The common side effects of the Riscon Plus tablet are as follows:
- Somnolescence
- Weight gain
- Abnormal movements
- Agitation (irritability)
- Dizziness and drowsiness
- Headache
- Orthostatic hypotension (sudden drop in blood pressure following a change in posture)
- Most of the common side effects listed above do not require any medical help and improve gradually. Consult your doctor if you develop any other symptoms or persistent symptoms.
Precautions and Warnings
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
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Other General Warnings
- You develop a severe allergic reaction to the medicine.
- You experience persistent side effects which worsen over time.
- You have a history of substance abuse and addiction.
- You develop side effects like abnormal movement disorders (tardive dyskinesia), dry mouth, urinary retention, agitation or breathing difficulties.
- You have liver damage or kidney damage, or any heart condition.
- You are above 65 years of age or have dementia (memory loss) or high blood sugar levels(diabetes).
- You are debilitated (history of any long-standing medical condition).
- You have a history of alcoholism.
- You want to discontinue the medicine. Sudden stoppage of the medicine should be avoided. The medicine needs to be slowly tapered by your doctor.
Directions for Use
- Do not start the medicine without consulting a doctor.
- Take the dose and duration of the medicine as prescribed by your doctor.
- Take the medicine orally with or without food with a glass of water, preferably at the same time daily.
- Do not chew or crush or attempt to split the tablet.
- Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and regularly to get the maximum benefit.
- Do not abruptly stop the medicine or skip doses.
- Consult your doctor immediately in case of persistent side effects or severe allergic reactions.
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Interactions with other medicines
- Riscon Plus can interfere with the beneficial effects of the following medicines or vice versa:
- Artemether (used in malaria) increases the risk of an irregular heart rhythm
- Apomorphine (analgesic) decreases the effectiveness of apomorphine
- Amiodarone (treats irregular heart rhythm) increases the risk of an irregular heart rhythm
- Fluoxetine and Citalopram(antidepressants) increase the blood levels and effects of Riscon Plus tablets leading to increased chances of its side effects
Interactions with food items
- Riscon Plus tablets can be taken with or without food. Consult your doctor for more information. Avoid alcohol while on the Riscon Plus tablet. The medicine can cause weight gain when taken for a long time as its side effect, hence eat healthily and exercise regularly.
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Manufacturer Details
Brand:RISCON PLUS
Country of Origin:India
Vendor Details
Fulfillment Information: Riscon Plus Strip Of 10 Tabletss will be delivered by a licensed retail pharmacy nearest to your location. Order acceptance and fulfillment are dependent upon the verification of your doctor's valid prescription (where applicable) and the current stock of this medicine.
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