Side effects of Risperdal

Risperdal Side Effects

Risperdal is an atypical antipsychotic drug sued to treat conditions such as schizophrenia. "Side effects such as muscle stiffness, tremors, heart irregularities and blood clots became very common. Some patients even suffered strokes. Since then, Risperdal usage has been linked with the death of 37 patients".

Many of the strokes caused by Risperdal occurred in elderly people whose doctor's prescribed the drug to treat senile dementia. While the drug was not designed to specifically treat this condition, it is still encouraged by many pharmaceutical companies to prescribe Risperdal for this non-approved 'off label' usage.

Children on Risperdal could retain lasting side effects.

Side effects of Risperdal can include abdominal pain, vomiting, dry mouth, agitation, aggression, anxiety, chest pain, coughing, involuntary movement, nasal inflammation, lack of coordination, dizziness, dry skin, weight gain, rapid heart beat, fainting, seizures, trouble swallowing, vision problems, tremors, lethargy, joint pain, respiratory infection, impotence, heavy menstruation, and many many others. Risperdal related strokes have killed 16 people and injured many others. Also, Risperdal has been shown to cause Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome (NMS). Johnson & Johnson has a $2.1 billion revenue from Risperdal sales. A Risperdal lawsuit can help gain compensation for medical expenses, lost income, and physical and emotional distress caused by taking Risperdal.