Risperidone
Facts
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Increases prolactin levels greater than any of the other antipsychotics
Indications
:
Schizophrenia
Bipolar disorder
Side Effects
:
Hyperprolactinemia
Galactorrhea
Breast tenderness
Amenorrhea
Notes
:
Dopamine antagonist
Also acts on serotonin receptors (reduces extrapyramidal side effects)
July 3rd 2010
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