Risperidone (also known as Risperdal) is an atypical antipsychotic medication of the benzisoxazole chemical class. Risperidone is prescribed for bipolar disorder, autism, and psychotic disorders, such as in schizophrenia. It is sometimes used as a sedative to reduce the effects of psychedelics like LSD and to induce sleepiness. Benzodiazepines are also used for this purpose.
Рисперидон molecular structure diagram from the DrugsPRO substance library.
Also known as: Risperdal
Classification
Chemical: Medicine
Psychoactive: Depressant
Tag: Antipsychotic
Tag: Benzisoxazole
Tag: Pharmaceutical
Effects
Sedation
Motor Impairment
Akathisia Like Movement
Itchiness
Respiratory Depression
Dry Mouth
Reduced Anxiety
Anxiety Suppression
Dizziness
Motor Control Loss
Drowsiness
Euphoria
Dulled Perception
Acuity Suppression
Appetite Suppression
Orgasm Suppression
Open Eye Visuals
Dehydration
Routes of Administration
Oral
Dosage
Threshold: 0.25 mg
Heavy: 6 mg
Common: 1-3 mg
Light: 0.5-1 mg
Strong: 3-6 mg
Duration
Onset: 0.3-1 h
Peak: 2-8 h
Offset: 2-4 h
Harm Reduction
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Sources
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Risperidone: Risperidone (also known as Risperdal) is an atypical antipsychotic medication of the benzisoxazole chemical class. Risperidone is prescribed for bipolar disorder, autism, and psychotic disorders, such as in schizophrenia. It is sometimes used as a sedative to reduce the effects of psych