About Resicalm 2mg Tablets
Atypical antipsychotic
Used for
- Schizophrenia
- Manic episodes in bipolar disorder
- Irritability associated with autism
Usual adult dose
Schizophrenia: usually 4–6 mg daily. Bipolar mania: usually 1–6 mg daily. Taken once daily or divided into two doses.
Usual dose in children
Autism-related irritability, ages 5–16: initially 0.25–0.5 mg daily, depending on weight; increased gradually according to response.
Common side effects
- Sleepiness, dizziness, and headache
- Weight gain and increased appetite
- Tremor, stiffness, or restlessness
- Raised prolactin, causing menstrual changes or breast symptoms
Important warnings
- Increased death and stroke risk in older adults with dementia
- May cause high blood sugar and increased cholesterol
- May cause persistent involuntary movements
- Rare fever, severe stiffness, and confusion require urgent medical attention
Pregnancy
Use requires weighing benefits against risks. Exposure late in pregnancy may cause newborn movement problems or withdrawal symptoms.
Breastfeeding
Passes into breast milk. Breastfed infants may experience sleepiness, poor feeding, or abnormal movements.
Interactions
- Alcohol, opioids, and sedatives increase sleepiness
- Fluoxetine and paroxetine can increase risperidone levels
- Carbamazepine can reduce risperidone levels
- Levodopa and dopamine agonists may become less effective
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.