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Is risperdal good for anxiety?
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Usually : Risperdal can help with anxiety. However, it is not a benign medication. It must only be used with doctor supervision.
Answered 6/10/2017
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Risperdal for Anxiet: Use for anxiety is off-label & not advised, due to side-effects. Talk to your doctor about other options, such as Antihistamines or SSRIs.
Answered 9/13/2017
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