Psychiatric
Risperidone
Risperdal
Generic nameRisperidone
Brand nameRisperdal
Medication classAtypical antipsychotic
Typical adult example0.5–4 mg
FrequencyOnce or twice daily
Common uses
Recognition cues
- Psychosis
- Bipolar disorder
EMS relevance
Assessment context
- May cause orthostasis, sedation or extrapyramidal symptoms.