Risperidone

Risperdal, Risperdal Consta, Perseris, and generics
Atypical antipsychotic, serotonin (5-HT2) and dopamine (D2) antagonist

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C3YesYesNo
Key
  • Tabs: 0.25, 0.5, 1, 2, 3, 4 mg
  • Oral solution: 1 mg/mL (30 mL); may contain benzoic acid
  • Orally disintegrating tabs: 0.25, 0.5, 1, 2, 3, 4 mg; contain phenylalanine
  • IM injection (Risperdal Consta): 12.5, 25, 37.5, 50 mg (prefilled syringe with 2 mL diluent; includes one 21-gauge 1-in needle for deltoid administration and one 20-gauge 2-in needle for gluteal administration); for IM administration only
  • Subcutaneous extended release injection (Perseris): 90, 120 mg (prefilled syringe that includes a 18-gauge, 5/8 inch needle)

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