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A member asked:

How long will the horrible withdrawal symptoms of risperdal last for?

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Dr. Alan Ali answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Risperdal: Not sure what the "horrible" symptoms are, but usually 7-10 days if taking medication to lessen the side-effects such as Cogentin or benadryl (diphenhydramine). It mainly depends on how long you've been on risperdal, what the symptoms are, and what dose you are taking.

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Answered 5/26/2016

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