Risperidone

Atypical (Second-Generation) Antipsychotic

Drug Class: Atypical (Second-Generation) Antipsychotic
Mechanism of Action (MOA): Antagonist at dopamine D2 and serotonin 5-HT2A receptors.
Black Box Warning: Increased mortality in elderly patients with dementia-related psychosis.
Clinical Notes: Schizophrenia, bipolar, irritability in autism. Most likely SGA to raise prolactin; metabolic effects; EPS at higher doses.
Source: FDA label

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