Risperidone + Trihexyphenidyl

INFORMATION ABOUT RISPERIDONE + TRIHEXYPHENIDYL

Risperidone + Trihexyphenidyl Uses

Risperidone+Trihexyphenidyl is used in the treatment of schizophrenia.

How Risperidone + Trihexyphenidyl works

Risperidone + Trihexyphenidyl is a combination of two medicines: Risperidone and Trihexyphenidyl. Risperidone is an atypical antipsychotic which works by balancing the levels of chemical messengers (dopamine and serotonin) to improve mood, thoughts, and behavior. Trihexyphenidyl is an anticholinergic which works on the nervous system and corrects some of the chemical imbalances that cause Parkinson's disease and certain side effects occurring during antipsychotic treatment.

Common side effects of Risperidone + Trihexyphenidyl

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

Nausea, Dryness in mouth, Parkinsonism, Akathisia (inability to stay still), Sedation, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Anxiety, Dizziness, Gastrointestinal symptom, Blurred vision

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17 Jun 2022 | 10:48 PM (UTC)

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Medicine brands for Risperidone + Trihexyphenidyl

Sizodon Plus

₹120 to ₹120

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd

1 variant(s)

Sizodon LS

₹88 to ₹88

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd

1 variant(s)

Sizodon Forte

₹135 to ₹135

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd

1 variant(s)

Risdone-Plus

₹87 to ₹87

Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd

1 variant(s)

Risdone LS

₹87 to ₹87

Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd

1 variant(s)

Risdone-Forte

₹117 to ₹117

Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd

1 variant(s)

Zisper Plus

₹42 to ₹113

Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd

2 variant(s)

Riz LS

₹71 to ₹71

Alkem Laboratories Ltd

1 variant(s)

Zisper LS

₹99 to ₹99

Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd

1 variant(s)

Riz Plus

₹109 to ₹109

Alkem Laboratories Ltd

1 variant(s)

Expert advice for Risperidone + Trihexyphenidyl

Risperidone + Trihexyphenidyl is a combination medicine that helps treat schizophrenia or mania.
Trihexyphenidyl controls drug induced abnormal movements.
Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Risperidone + Trihexyphenidyl can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
Avoid consuming alcohol while taking this medication as it may lower its efficacy.
It can cause dry mouth. Maintain good oral hygiene,drink water, chew sugarless gum, or suck on hard candy for the dry mouth.
It may cause an increase in weight, blood sugar, cholesterol, and triglycerides (fat). Eat healthy, exercise, and monitor your levels regularly.
Inform your doctor if you have glaucoma or trouble passing urine.
Do not stop taking Risperidone + Trihexyphenidyl without talking to your doctor first as it may cause worsening of symptoms.