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Drugs for ADHD

Pippa

Does anyone have any experience of risperidone?

 

  • Hi Pippa,

    Im new here, so hope im doing this right !!

    My son has been on Risperidone for a while now, its to help with his anger outbursts, sometimes i think it works a little, but sometimes not ! :(   It's hard to tell if he would be worse without it.

    poppy

     

     

  • Hi I take Risperdal Quicklets at nightime 

  • Risperidone is an antipsychotic medication originally used to treat schizophrenia, however, it has benefits for some with ASD:

    What is RISPERDALRegistered (risperidone)?

    RISPERDALRegistered is a prescription medication indicated for the treatment of irritability associated with autistic disorder in children and adolescents aged 5-16 years, including symptoms of aggression towards others, deliberate self-injuriousness, temper tantrums, and quickly changing moods.

    For more information on autistic disorder, please visit the National Institute of Mental Health Web site and RisperdalAutism.com.

     

    Ritalin (methylphenidate) is commonly used in ADHD as a 'stimulant' medication. However, there are also non stimulant options such as Strattera (atomoxetine) available.

  • rispradone is the most tolerated it is also less addictive than ritalin.

     

  • Hi Pippa,

    Just wanted to let you know that I've moved your discussion to the 'Living on the spectrum' section. I think here it'll be seen by more people who could share their experiences.

    The Problems and suggestions area is more for problems and suggestions about the website rather than health issues.

    So, hope that's okay by you.