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Risperidon

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.

Risperidon molecular structure
Risperidon 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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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

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