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Riscon Forte Tablet Substitute

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Uses:

Schizophrenia (Mental illness)

Medicinal Benefits:

Riscon Forte Tablet is used to treat schizophrenia (A mental illness in which a person is confused). Riscon Forte Tablet is a fixed-dose combination composed of two different medicines, namely, Risperidone and, Trihexyphenidyl. Risperidone is an atypical antipsychotic that acts by regulating the levels of chemical messengers (dopamine and serotonin) to enhance mood, perception and behaviour. Trihexyphenidyl is an anticholinergic agent that works on the nervous system and corrects some of the chemical imbalances that cause Parkinson's disease and some side effects that arise during antipsychotic treatment.

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Riscon Forte Tablet is used to treat schizophrenia (A mental illness in which a person is confused). Riscon Forte Tablet is composed of two different medicines, namely, Risperidone and, Trihexyphenidyl. Risperidone is an atypical antipsychotic that acts by regulating the levels of chemical messengers (dopamine and serotonin) to enhance mood, perception and behaviour. Trihexyphenidyl is an anticholinergic agent that acts on the nervous system and corrects some of the chemical imbalances that cause Parkinson's disease and some side effects that arise during antipsychotic treatment.

Yes, Riscon Forte Tablet is used to help weight gain and it is not necessary for all people to experience the side effect. It is advisable to follow a regular diet and exercise to maintain a healthy weight.

Do not stop using Riscon Forte Tablet even if you feel better. It should be strictly used as advised by your doctor to avoid the recurrence of symptoms and worsening of the disease.

Not safe because Riscon Forte Tablet is not safe in pregnancy because it causes miscarriage and abnormalities in the fetus.

There is no evidence on how Riscon Forte Tablet affects breastfeeding. Please consult your doctor before taking Riscon Forte Tablet if you are breastfeeding.

Stopping the Riscon Forte Tablet abruptly can cause withdrawal symptoms, and preventing it too early could make your illness come back. Please consult your doctor if you want to stop taking Riscon Forte Tablet .