Does anyone have any experience of risperidone?
Risperidone is an antipsychotic medication originally used to treat schizophrenia, however, it has benefits for some with ASD:
What is RISPERDAL
(risperidone)?
RISPERDAL 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.
Risperidone is an antipsychotic medication originally used to treat schizophrenia, however, it has benefits for some with ASD:
What is RISPERDAL (risperidone)?
RISPERDAL 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.
