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Riscon 4 Tablet is used in the treatment of schizophrenia (a mental disorder that can result in hallucinations or delusions and also adversely affects a person’s ability to think and behave) and mania.

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Last updated on 23 Jan 2026 | 11:12 AM (IST)

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General Information

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Risperidone (4mg)

Marketer

Consern Pharma Limited

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Product introduction

Riscon 4 Tablet is taken with or without food, preferably at night. However, it is advised to take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body. Take this in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor and if you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember. It is important that this medication is not stopped suddenly without talking to your doctor as it may worsen your symptoms. However, discontinue this medicine immediately if you experience Neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS), characterized by fever, muscle rigidity, and altered consciousness or seizures.

Some common side effects of this medicine include insomnia, sedation, somnolence, vomiting, coughing, parkinsonism, headache, and fever. Initially, this medicine may cause a sudden drop in blood pressure when you change positions, so it is better to rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down. It also causes dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. This medicine may increase your weight but, modifying your lifestyle by having a healthy diet and exercising regularly can reduce this side effect.

You should be cautious while using this medicine as it may increase the risk of developing diabetes, so it is better to monitor glucose regularly. Inform your doctor if you develop any unusual changes in mood or behavior, new or worsening depression, or suicidal thoughts while taking this medicine.

Uses of Riscon Tablet

Benefits of Riscon Tablet

Treatment of Mania
Mania means extremely excited or elevated mood. Riscon 4 Tablet helps calm the mood and relax the nerves. This stabilises the mood and prevents the symptoms of mania from recurring again. Taking Riscon 4 Tablet will ensure that you have a better social life and are able to do daily activities more comfortably.

Treatment of Schizophrenia
Schizophrenia is a mental disorder in which a person’s thinking ability, feelings and behavior become abnormal. Riscon 4 Tablet helps restore the chemical imbalances in the brain that are responsible for such changes. It improves thoughts, behavior and enhances the quality of life.

Side effects of Riscon Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Riscon

Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
Parkinsonism
Drowsiness
Sedation
Vomiting
Increased saliva production
Cough
Urinary tract infection
Headache

How to use Riscon Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Riscon 4 Tablet may be taken with or without food.

How Riscon Tablet works

Riscon 4 Tablet is an atypical antipsychotic. It works by affecting the levels of chemical messengers (dopamine and serotonin) to improve mood, thoughts and behavior.

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Quick tips

Riscon 4 Tablet helps treat schizophrenia and mania.
It may cause less weight gain, sedation, and heart problems as compared to other similar medicines.
It may take 4-6 weeks to notice any medication effects. Keep taking it as prescribed.
Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Riscon 4 Tablet can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
It may cause increase in weight, blood sugar, cholesterol, and fat. Eat healthy, exercise, and monitor your levels regularly.
Inform your doctor if you experience any abnormal movements or restlessness.
Inform your doctor if you have a history of heart diseases as Riscon 4 Tablet can increase your risk of irregular heartbeat.
Do not stop taking Riscon 4 Tablet without talking to your doctor first as it may cause worsening of symptoms.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

Do not drink alcohol while you are taking this medicine. Riscon 4 Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness when taken with alcohol.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

The safety of Riscon 4 Tablet during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Riscon 4 Tablet may be unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. It should be used only if the expected benefit outweighs the potential risk. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

UNSAFE

Riscon 4 Tablet may cause side effects that could affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CAUTION

Riscon 4 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.

Liver

CAUTION

Riscon 4 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.

Interaction with drugs

Taking Riscon with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects

Life-threatening

Domperidone (Oral Route)

Do not consume Domperidone with Risperidone.

Severe

Amiodarone (Oral Route)

Factors such as old age, chronic heart issues, or low potassium levels may more frequently cause disturbance in heart rhythm, and your doctor may consider ECG monitoring in their presence.

Severe

Pimozide (Oral Route)

Factors such as old age, chronic heart issues, or low potassium levels may more frequently cause disturbance in heart rhythm, and your doctor may consider ECG monitoring in their presence.

Severe

Haloperidol (Oral Route)

If concurrent use is essential, please consult your doctor. Factors such as old age, chronic heart issues, or low potassium levels may more frequently cause disturbance in heart rhythm, and your doctor may consider ECG monitoring in their presence.

Severe

Hydroxyzine (Oral Route)

Do not consume Hydroxyzine with Risperidone.

Frequently asked questions

Is Riscon 4 Tablet good for anxiety?

Few studies suggest that low doses of Riscon 4 Tablet can be used for anxiety. However, do not take this medication without consulting your doctor. The doctor will suggest the exact dose by weighing the possible benefits and risks associated with this medicine. Take the medication as advised by the doctor and follow the instructions as provided.

Can Riscon 4 Tablet cause psychosis?

Riscon 4 Tablet is used to treat conditions like psychosis and schizophrenia. The chances of developing medicine-induced psychosis are rare with Riscon 4 Tablet. However, in a few specific conditions, there are chances where Riscon 4 Tablet can worsen the psychiatric condition, although it is rare. Do consult your doctor if you do not see any improvement or worsening of symptoms.

Can Riscon 4 Tablet cause weight gain?

Yes, Riscon 4 Tablet can cause significant weight gain. You should monitor your weight regularly and if there is significant weight gain then you should report your doctor immediately.

Can I drive vehicles while taking Riscon 4 Tablet?

Riscon 4 Tablet sometimes can cause dizziness, tiredness, and vision problems which can affect the ability of a person to drive and use heavy machines. Hence, the patients on Riscon 4 Tablet are advised not to drive or operate machinery without consulting the doctor.

Can I take my medicines for epilepsy while taking Riscon 4 Tablet?

You should not stop taking your anti-epileptic medicines while taking other medications. Some antiepileptic medications like Carbamazepine, phenytoin may alter the blood levels of Riscon 4 Tablet and therefore special caution should be ensured while taking these medications. The dose of Riscon 4 Tablet should be adjusted as needed while taking along with antiepileptic drugs. If you start or stop taking such medicines you may need a different dose of Riscon 4 Tablet.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Pyridopyrimidines

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

NEURO CNS

Action Class

Atypical Antipsychotics

References

Stahl SM, editor. Risperidone. In: Stahl's Essential Pschopharmacology: Prescriber's Guide. 5th ed. New York, New York: Cambridge University Press; 2014. pp. 593-601.
Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 1220-22.
Risperidone. County Cork, Ireland: Janssen Pharmaceutical; 1993. [Accessed 22 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:
Drugs and Lactation Database (LactMed) [Internet]. Bethesda (MD): National Library of Medicine (US); 2006. Risperidone. [Updated 2019 Oct 23]. [Accessed 20 Feb. 2020] (online) Available from:
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Marketer details

Name: Consern Pharma Limited
Address: 70-71, Ramnik Estate, Village Gonspur, P.O. Nurpur - 141008; H.O.: 308-C, BRS Nagar, Ludhiana, Punjab - 141012, India

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Country of origin: India
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General Information

Contains

Marketer

Storage

Product introduction

Uses of Riscon Tablet

Benefits of Riscon Tablet

Side effects of Riscon Tablet

How to use Riscon Tablet

How Riscon Tablet works

All substitutes for Riscon 4 Tablet

SizoDON 4 Tablet

RISDone 4 Tablet

Respidon 4 Tablet

Rispond 4mg Tablet

Risperdal 4mg Tablet

Quick tips

Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving

Kidney

Liver

Interaction with drugs

Domperidone (Oral Route)

Amiodarone (Oral Route)

Pimozide (Oral Route)

Haloperidol (Oral Route)

Hydroxyzine (Oral Route)

Frequently asked questions

Is Riscon 4 Tablet good for anxiety?

Can Riscon 4 Tablet cause psychosis?

Can Riscon 4 Tablet cause weight gain?

Can I drive vehicles while taking Riscon 4 Tablet?

Can I take my medicines for epilepsy while taking Riscon 4 Tablet?

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

Action Class

References

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