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Introduction About HALODONE 2 TABLET

HALODONE 2 TABLET contains Risperidone which belongs to a group of medicines
called Anti-psychotics. It is used in the management of schizophrenia and m
HALODONE 2 TABLET can also be used for short-term management of long-term
aggressiveness in Alzheimer’s dementia (a memory disorder) and in intellectually
disabled children (at least 5 years of age).

Schizophrenia is a psychiatric disorder characterized by symptoms like seeing,
hearing or feeling things that are not there, disorg
abnormal movements and negative symptoms (social isolation, lack of emotion,
etc).  M
sleep, hyperactivity, uncontrollable thought and speech, probably associated
with careless or violent behaviour.

While managing you with HALODONE 2 TABLET, your doctor might want you to take
certain diagnostic tests such as blood sugar level, prolactin levels, or keeping
a check on your body weight.

Avoid consum
HALODONE 2 TABLET, inform your doctor if you have liver, kidney or heart
problems, or about to have any eye surgery, diabetes, Parkinson’s disease,
epilepsy, painful or prolonged erection.

HALODONE 2 TABLET is not recommended in pregnant women and should be used with
caution in breastfeeding women. HALODONE 2 TABLET is not recommended for use in
elderly patients having dementia and should be used with caution in other elder
patients, therefore consult your doctor before taking. HALODONE 2 TABLET is not
recommended for children and adolescents under 18 years age for schizophrenia or
bipolar m

The most common side effects of taking HALODONE 2 TABLET are sleep problems,
irritability, depression, weight gain, dizziness, tremor, and headache. Contact
your doctor if any of the symptoms worsen or doesn’t improve.

Uses Of HALODONE 2 TABLET

Manage:

• schizophrenia
• m
• long-term aggression in people with Alzheimer’s dementia
• long-term aggression in intellectually disabled children

How HALODONE 2 TABLET Works

HALODONE 2 TABLET shows antipsychotic activity by blocking certain receptors (D2
and 5-HT2) in the brain, thus decreasing symptoms of schizophrenia and mood
disorders.

How to use HALODONE 2 TABLET

Take HALODONE 2 TABLET as advised by your physician. This medicine can be taken
with or without meals.

For Tablet, Capsule: Swallow HALODONE 2 TABLET with a glass of water. Do not
crush or chew the medicine.

For Mouth Dissolving Tablet, Orally Disintegrating Tablet: Place HALODONE 2
TABLET inside your mouth and allow it to dissolve completely. Do not swallow or
chew the medicine.

Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of therapy for you
depending upon your age, body weight and severity of disease condition. Continue
to take HALODONE 2 TABLET for the stipulated duration prescribed by your doctor
to achieve better results.

Side Effects Of HALODONE 2 TABLET

Common

• difficulty falling or staying asleep, feeling sleepy, impaired alertness
• parkinsonism (slow or impaired movement, sensation of stiffness or tightness of the muscles, sensation of freezing up and then restarting, slow shuffling walk, increased saliva or drooling, a loss of expression on the face, a tremor while at rest)
• headache
• dizziness
• tremor
• raised levels of a hormone called "prolactin" (symptoms in men include breast swelling, difficulty in getting or maintaining erections, decreased sexual desire or other sexual dysfunction. In women they may include leakage of milk from the breasts, breast discomfort, missed menstrual periods, or other problems with your cycle or fertility problems)
• pneumonia (infection of the lungs), common cold and flu symptoms, sinus infection
• urinary tract infection
• ear infection
• weight gain, raised appetite, weight loss, decreased appetite
• irritability, depression, anxiety (worry, uneasiness), restlessness, sleep disturbances
• dystonia (slow or sustained involuntary contraction of facial and other muscles including abnormal movements of the eyes, mouth, tongue or jaw)
• dyskinesia (involuntary muscle movements like repetitive, spasm-like movements, or twitching), tremor (shaking)
• blurred vision, infection of the eye (pink eye)
• fast heart rate, raised blood pressure, shortness of breath
• throat pain, cough, nose bleeds, stuffy nose
• stomach pain and discomfort, vomiting, nausea, constipation, diarrhoea, indigestion, dry mouth
• toothache
• rash, skin redness
• muscle spasms, or bone, muscle, back and joint pain
• incontinence (lack of control) of urine
• swelling of the body, arms or legs
• chest pain, weakness, fatigue (tiredness), pain
• fall

Uncommon

• infection of the eye, tonsils, nails, skin, an infection confined to a single area of skin or part of the body, viral infection, skin inflammation due to mites
• diabetes (high blood sugar), too much drinking of water
• increased blood cholesterol
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• unresponsive to stimuli, loss or low level of consciousness
• a restless urge to move parts of your body, balance disorder, abnormal coordination, dizziness upon standing, disturbance in attention, speech problems, loss or abnormal sense of taste, reduced sensation of skin to pain and touch, a tingling, pricking sensation or numbness of skin
• increased sensitivity of the eyes to light, dry and red eyes, increased tears
• vertigo (spinning sensation), ringing in the ears, ear pain
• palpitations (fluttering or pounding feeling in your chest)
• low blood pressure (especially while standing up), flushing
• stomach or intestinal infection, lack of voluntary control over defecation, very hard stool, difficulty swallowing, excessive passing of gas or wind
• itching, hair loss, thickening of skin, eczema (an inflammatory skin condition), dry and discolored skin, acne, flaky, itchy scalp, skin disorder, skin lesion
• abnormal posture, joint stiffness and swelling, weak muscles, neck pain
• frequent urination, inability to pass urine, pain when passing urine
• erectile dysfunction, ejaculation disorder
• loss of, or missed menstrual periods, or other problems with your cycle (females)
• development of breasts in men
• leakage of milk from the breasts, sexual dysfunction, breast pain and discomfort, vaginal discharge
• swelling of the face, eyes, lips or mouth
• chills, increase in body temperature
• change in the way you walk
• convulsions
• feeling unwell, chest discomfort
• pain related to diagnostic or management procedures

Rare

• infection
• sleep walking, sleep-related eating disorder
• inappropriate secretion of antidiuretic hormone (hormone controlling urine)
• sugar in the urine, raised blood triglycerides (type of fat)
• low blood sugar
• absence of emotion, inability to reach orgasm
• catatonia (unable to move or respond while awake)
• blood vessel problems in the brain
• coma due to uncontrolled diabetes
• shaking of the head
• glaucoma (increased pressure within the eyeball), eye rolling, problems with movement of your eyes, eyelid margin crusting
• eye problems during cataract surgery
• dangerously excessive intake of water
• chapped lips, swollen tongue, skin rash related to drug
• dandruff
• pain in muscles and breakdown of muscle fibres (rhabdomyolysis)
• irregular heartbeat
• trouble breathing during sleep, fast, shallow breathing
• inflammation of the pancreas
• raised blood insulin levels (a hormone that controls blood sugar levels)
• low body temperature, coldness in arms and legs
• symptoms of drug withdrawal
• jaundice (skin and the eyes appears yellowish)

Stop taking HALODONE 2 TABLET and consult your doctor immediately if you
experience any of the following side effects:

• have dementia and feel a sudden change in your mental state or sudden numbness or weakness involving your face, arms or legs, especially on one side, or slurred speech (even for a short period of time)
• experience tardive dyskinesia (uncontrollable twitching or jerking movements in your face, tongue, or other parts of your body)
• experience blood clots in the veins, particularly in the legs (symptoms include swelling, pain, and redness), which can travel through blood vessels to the lungs leading to chest pain and breathlessness
• experience severe allergic reaction indicated by fever, swelling of mouth, face, lip or tongue, breathlessness, itching, skin rash or low blood pressure
• glaucoma (increased pressure within the eyeball)
• rhabdomyolysis (breakdown of muscle fibres making the muscles weak and sores)
• extremely low numbers of the white blood cells needed to fight infection in your blood
• high temperature, muscle stiffness, sweating or a lowered level of consciousness (Neurole
• if you are a man and experience prolonged or painful erection (priapism)

How To Manage Side Effects

Diarrhoea:

Drink lots of fluids, such as water or fruit juice to keep yourself hydrated. Do
not consume any medicine on your own without consulting your doctor. Ask for
your doctor’s advice if diarrhea doesn’t improve.

Nausea:

Take HALODONE 2 TABLET with or after meals. Stick to simple meals and avoid
eating rich or spicy food. Do not take any medication on your own. Ask for your
doctor’s advice if nausea doesn’t improve.

Headache:

Try to take rest and don’t involve yourself in exertive activities. Rest in a
quiet and dark room. Apply a pain-relieving balm on your forehead. Ask for your
doctor’s advice if headache doesn’t improve.

Vomiting:

Drink clear or ice-cold drinks. Eat light, bland foods and avoid fried, oily, or
sweet foods. Avoid carbonated drinks. Ask for your doctor’s advice if vomiting
doesn’t improve.

Dizziness:

Lie, or sit down immediately when you feel dizzy. If you're feeling severe
episode of spinning(vertigo), lie in a dark and quite place with eyes closed.
Try to avoid vehicle driving. Discuss with your doctor if the symptom worsens.

Stomach pain:

Try to rest and relax. Try to have smaller and frequent meals. Keep a heat pad
on your stomach. Take your physic

Constipation:

Eat plenty of fiber rich foods such as vegetables, fresh fruits, and cereals and
drink plenty of water while taking HALODONE 2 TABLET. Exercise more regularly.
Ask for your doctor’s advice if constipation doesn’t improve

Muscle pain:

Give your body a rest. Do not overexert or over stretch yourself. Do stress
relieving activities such as yoga or meditation. If the symptom doesn’t improve,
ask for your doctor’s advice.

Warning & Precautions

!### Pregnancy

HALODONE 2 TABLET is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless considered
clearly necessary. If HALODONE 2 TABLET is given in the last trimester of
pregnancy it can cause agitation, hypertonia, hypotonia, tremor, sleepiness,
respiratory distress, or feeding disorder in the newborn babies. Consult your
doctor before taking HALODONE 2 TABLET.

!### Breastfeeding

HALODONE 2 TABLET should be used with caution in breast-feeding women as it
passes through breast milk. Consult your doctor before taking HALODONE 2 TABLET.

!### Driving and Using Machines

Do not drive or use any tools and machines if you feel dizziness, tiredness, and
vision problems after taking HALODONE 2 TABLET.

!### Alcohol

Avoid consum
sedation.

!### Kidney

HALODONE 2 TABLET should be taken with caution in patients with severe kidney
disease. Consult your doctor before taking it.

!### Liver

HALODONE 2 TABLET should be taken with caution in patients with severe liver
disease. Consult your doctor before taking it.

!### Allergy

Do not take HALODONE 2 TABLETif you are allergic to Risperidone or any other
ingredients of this medicine.

!### Heart Disease

HALODONE 2 TABLET should be taken with caution if you have heart problems
including an irregular heart rhythm, or if you are prone to low blood pressure.
Consult your doctor before taking HALODONE 2 TABLET.

Others

Before taking HALODONE 2 TABLET, inform your doctor if you:

• know any factors that would cause stroke like high blood pressure or blood vessel issues in the brain
• have ever had involuntary movements of the tongue, mouth and face
• have ever had a condition having symptoms like high temperature, muscle stiffness, sweating or a lowered level of consciousness (also known as Neurole
• have Parkinson’s disease (shaking, stiffness, and difficulty with walking, balance, and coordination) or dementia (memory loss)
• are diabetic (having low blood sugar levels)
• have epilepsy (fits)
• are a man and you have ever experienced a prolonged or painful erection
• find it difficult controlling your body temperature or overheating
• have a tumour
• or any member of your family has a history of blood clots
• are about to have any eye operation

Use in paediatrics:

HALODONE 2 TABLET is not recommended for children under 5 years of age for
conduct disorder, and children and adolescents under 18 years age for
schizophrenia or bipolar m
HALODONE 2 TABLET to your child.

Use in geriatrics:

HALODONE 2 TABLET is not recommended in elderly who have dementia induced by
stroke and should be used with caution in other elderly patients. Consult your
doctor before taking HALODONE 2 TABLET.

Interactions

A. Drug-Drug interactions:

Before taking HALODONE 2 TABLET, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the
following medicine:

• benzodiazepines (used to calm you down) Ex. diazepam, lorazepam
• opiates (used to reduce pain) Ex. morphine, codeine
• antihistamines (used in allergies) Ex. brompheniramine, chlorpheniramine
• medicines used for heart conditions (to manage irregular heart rhythms, high blood pressure) Ex. quinidine, furosemide, chlorthiazide, verapamil
• antidepressants (used to manage depression) Ex. fluoxetine, paroxetine
• medicines that cause a slow heartbeat (Ex. Diltiazem, atenolol)
• anti-parkinsonian drugs (used to manage parkinsonism) Ex. Levodopa
• psychostimulants (used to manage attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)) Ex. Methylphenidate
• rifampicin (used to manage infections)
• anti-epile
• phenothiazines (used to manage psychosis or to calm down) Ex. Chlorpromazine, fluphenazine
• H2 blockers (used to manage pe
• anti-fungals (used to manage fungal infections) Ex. itraconazole, ketoconazole
• anti-retrovirals (used to manage HIV/AIDS) Ex. ritonavir
• sertraline, fluvoxamine (used to manage depression and other psychiatric disorders)

Overdosage:

If you or anyone else accidentally take too much of HALODONE 2 TABLET, consult
your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. Symptoms of HALODONE 2
TABLET overdose are feeling sleepy or tired, or having abnormal body movements,
problems standing and walking, feeling dizzy due to low blood pressure, or
having abnormal heartbeats or fits.

Synopsis

Drug	:	Risperidone
Pharmacological Category	:	Atypical Antipsychotics
Therapeutic Indication	:	Schizophrenia, M
Dosage Forms	:	Tablets, Orally disintegrating tablets, Injection, Oral solution, Syrup

More Information

• Keep HALODONE 2 TABLET out of reach of children
• Do not store HALODONE 2 TABLET above 25°C

FAQs About HALODONE 2 TABLET

CanHALODONE 2 TABLETcause seizures?

Yes. Seizures are one of the serious side effects of HALODONE 2 TABLET.
Immediately consult your doctor if you feel any symptoms such as uncontrollable
jerking movements of hands and legs, loss of consciousness, fear, anxiety or
temporary confusion after taking HALODONE 2 TABLET.

CanHALODONE 2 TABLETbe used for sleep?

Some studies have suggested that HALODONE 2 TABLET can improve the quality of
sleep in schizophrenic patients. Consult your doctor before taking HALODONE 2
TABLET for sleep.

CanHALODONE 2 TABLETcause weight gain?

Yes. Weight gain is one of the common side effects of HALODONE 2 TABLET. Consult
your doctor if you feel like you are gaining weight or there is an increase in
your appetite after taking HALODONE 2 TABLET.

CanHALODONE 2 TABLETbe used for anxiety?

It has been found that low dose of HALODONE 2 TABLET as adjuvants to SSRIs
(Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors) are useful in generalized anxiety
disorder. Consult your doctor before taking HALODONE 2 TABLET for anxiety.

Can HALODONE 2 TABLET be crushed?

No. Do not break, crush or chew HALODONE 2 TABLET. Doing so may affect how it
acts in your body. So simply swallow HALODONE 2 TABLET as a whole, with a glass
of water.

Can HALODONE 2 TABLET be taken with food?

Yes. HALODONE 2 TABLET can be taken with or without food. If you experience any
side effects like nausea or vomiting, it is advisable to take it immediately
after a meal. Have light meals and eat them slowly and in a frequent manner.
Avoid oily and sweet foods while on HALODONE 2 TABLET.

What precautions do I need to follow while taking HALODONE 2 TABLET?

Patients taking HALODONE 2 TABLET must inform their doctor about their
pre-existing disease conditions like kidney, heart, or liver problems. Patients
should also inform if they are pregnant, breast-feeding, or having any
allergies. Avoid alcohol consum
experience any unusual symptoms after taking HALODONE 2 TABLET.

Can HALODONE 2 TABLET be used on infants?

No. HALODONE 2 TABLET is not recommended for management of conduct disorder in
children under 5 years of age. Your doctor will decide the correct dose of
HALODONE 2 TABLET or select a suitable alternative therapy for your child.

CanHALODONE 2 TABLETcause stroke?

Yes. It’s a serious side effect of HALODONE 2 TABLET that requires immediate
hospitalization. A caution about increased risk of stroke in the elderly who are
taking HALODONE 2 TABLET has been issued. Consult your doctor if you have
dementia and experience a sudden change in your mental state or sudden weakness
or numbness of your face, arms or legs, particularly on one side, or slurred
speech, even for a small period of time while taking HALODONE 2 TABLET.

Can HALODONE 2 TABLET completely manage schizophrenia?

HALODONE 2 TABLET can help ease the symptoms of your disease and stop your
symptoms from coming back, thus helping you cope with the disease and improve
the quality of your life.

Useful Diagnostic Tests

• Blood sugar level
• Prolactin levels
• EEG