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Re: withdrawal from risperdol or risperidone

Posted by Cam W. on April 26, 2000, at 22:16:32

In reply to withdrawal from risperdol or risperidone, posted by DBryan on April 26, 2000, at 19:46:15


DBryan - Stopping Risperdal suddenly can cause a rebound psychotic episode. The dose should be tapered over a week or two. I am not sure if this effect is enhanced in children. There may be other reasons as well, but I can't think of them at the moment. His doctor may know something I don't.

Ask your son's doctor to elaborate on what he means by "life threatening side effects". I believe it is within your son's right to know. An exacerbation of psychosis can be life threatening.

- Cam W.


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