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Ridon 1
Risperidone
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Ridon 1 is used for this medicine is used in the treatment of schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, severe agitation and psychosis.
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Key details
Salt: Risperidone
Available variants: NA 10`S
Price: ₹24
Prescription: Required
Manufacturer: EAST WEST PHARMA
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Composition of Ridon 1
Ridon 1 contains Risperidone. It belongs to the Antipsychotic class of medicines.
Uses of Ridon 1
- Schizophrenia
- Bipolar disorder
- Severe agitation
- Psychosis
Benefits of Ridon 1
- In Schizophrenia
- Ridon quietens the hallucinations, fixed false beliefs and disordered thinking of schizophrenia, and taken regularly it prevents relapse.
- In Bipolar disorder
- Ridon brings an episode of mania under control and helps keep mood stable between episodes.
- In Severe agitation
- Ridon calms severe agitation and distress so the person is safe and can be cared for.
- In Psychosis
- Ridon restores a clearer grip on reality by settling the brain chemistry behind hallucinations and delusions.
How Ridon 1 works
Risperidone rebalances the chemical messengers in the brain that, in excess, produce hallucinations, delusions and severe agitation.
How to take Ridon 1
Use this medicine as your doctor has directed. Follow the dose and the duration written on your prescription.
Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.
Missed dose and overdose
If you miss a dose
Take it as soon as you remember. If your next dose is almost due, skip the one you missed — never take two doses together to catch up.
If you take too much
An overdose of this medicine can cause deep drowsiness, a severe fall in blood pressure, abnormal movements and heart rhythm disturbance. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.
Side effects of Ridon 1
Most side effects of Ridon are mild and settle as the body gets used to the medicine. The ones reported most often are:
- Drowsiness
- Weight gain
- Tremor
- Stiffness
- Restlessness
- Dry mouth
- Dizziness on standing up
Stop the medicine and get help at once for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.
Safety advice for Ridon 1
- AlcoholUNSAFE
- Do not drink alcohol while taking this medicine.
- PregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Consult your doctor before using this in pregnancy.
- Breast feedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Consult your doctor before using this while breastfeeding.
- DrivingUNSAFE
- Do not drive or operate machinery while taking this medicine.
- KidneyCAUTION
- Use with caution if you have kidney disease. Your doctor may adjust the dose or monitor your kidney function.
- LiverCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Consult your doctor if you have liver disease.
Warnings and precautions
Report any tremor, stiffness, restlessness or uncontrollable movements of the face, tongue or limbs to your doctor promptly — these can become persistent if not addressed. Seek emergency care for high fever with severe muscle stiffness, confusion and sweating. This is rare but life-threatening. These medicines can raise blood sugar, cholesterol and weight. Your doctor will monitor them — keep those appointments. Never stop suddenly; your doctor will reduce the dose gradually. Take care in hot weather — this group affects how your body regulates temperature.
Do not take Ridon if
Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Your doctor will assess suitability if you have heart disease, Parkinson's disease or dementia.
Interactions with other medicines
Alcohol and sedatives add to the drowsiness. Tell your doctor about any medicine that affects heart rhythm.
How to store Ridon 1
Store below 30°C in the original pack, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.
Quick tips for Ridon 1
- Take it exactly as prescribed; most relapses follow a stopped medicine.
- Rise slowly from sitting or lying.
- Keep your weight, sugar and lipid checks.
Manufacturer and class
- Manufacturer:
- EAST WEST PHARMA
- Therapeutic class:
- Antipsychotic
- Drug class:
- Antipsychotic
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Ridon 1 FAQs
What is Ridon 1 used for?
Ridon 1 is commonly used for schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, severe agitation and psychosis. Always follow your doctor's advice, this information is for educational purposes and not a substitute for professional medical guidance.
What are the benefits of Ridon 1?
Schizophrenia: Ridon quietens the hallucinations, fixed false beliefs and disordered thinking of schizophrenia, and taken regularly it prevents relapse. It is also used for bipolar disorder, severe agitation, psychosis.
What is the salt in Ridon 1?
Ridon 1 contains Risperidone. If you are allergic to any of these active ingredients or excipients, do not take this medicine and speak to your doctor first.
How should I take Ridon 1?
Use this medicine as your doctor has directed. Take it exactly as prescribed; do not change the dose or stop early without talking to your doctor.
How does Ridon 1 work?
Risperidone rebalances the chemical messengers in the brain that, in excess, produce hallucinations, delusions and severe agitation.
Is Ridon 1 a prescription medicine?
Yes. Ridon 1 is a prescription-only (Rx) medicine. Upload a valid prescription from a registered medical practitioner during checkout. We cannot dispense it without a valid Rx.
What are the common side effects of Ridon 1?
The side effects reported most often with Ridon are Drowsiness, Weight gain, Tremor, Stiffness, Restlessness. Most are mild and settle as the body adjusts; tell your doctor if any of them persist or worry you, and stop the medicine and seek help at once for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, or difficulty breathing.
Can Ridon 1 be taken during pregnancy?
Consult your doctor before taking Ridon 1 in pregnancy. Always tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding before starting Ridon.
Can I drink alcohol while taking Ridon 1?
No. Do not drink alcohol while taking Ridon 1.
What if I miss a dose of Ridon 1?
Take it as soon as you remember.
Is Ridon 1 habit forming?
No. Ridon 1 is not known to be habit forming when taken as prescribed.
How much does Ridon 1 cost on PingMeDoc Pharmacy?
Ridon 1 starts at ₹24 on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Available in NA 10`S. Final price is confirmed at checkout and may vary by variant and location.
Who manufactures Ridon 1?
Ridon 1 is manufactured by EAST WEST PHARMA. PingMeDoc Pharmacy sources medicines only from licensed manufacturers and distributors.
How is Ridon 1 delivered?
Ridon 1 is delivered across India from our licensed pharmacy. Orders placed before 2 pm ship the same day, later ones the next day, every day of the week. Chennai: next-day delivery by Porter, ₹99 (free above ₹1,499). Enter your pincode on the page to see the date it reaches you.
Ridon 1, Quick facts
- Salt
- Risperidone
- Price
- ₹24
- Prescription
- Required (Rx)
- Brand
- EAST WEST PHARMA
- Manufacturer
- EAST WEST PHARMA
- Therapeutic class
- Antipsychotic
- Drug class
- Antipsychotic
- Habit forming
- No
- Variants
- NA 10`S
- Delivery
- Standard across India
References
Compiled from the manufacturer's prescribing information and the sources below, and reviewed by a registered pharmacist. It does not replace your own doctor's advice.
- PingMeDoc clinical monograph library — compiled from Indian package inserts, the Indian Pharmacopoeia
- CDSCO schedules and standard pharmacology references. Reviewed for patient readability. This is general information, not a substitute for your doctor's advice.
- Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO), Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India, approved drug and schedule listings.
- National List of Essential Medicines (NLEM) 2022, Government of India.
- Manufacturer's package insert / prescribing information for Ridon 1.
- World Health Organization, ATC/DDD classification and Model Formulary for the active ingredient.
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Safety disclaimer
Product information is for general awareness and does not replace professional medical advice. Always follow a clinician's guidance and upload a valid prescription when required.