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I want to wean off of risperidone. what would be the proper way, if im currently taking 0.5mg three times a day? thank you?

Q: i want to wean off of risperidone. what would be the proper way, if im currently taking 0.5mg three times a day? thank you?

: Risperidone is an atypical antipsychotic medication, and dose adjustments should be made by the physician who prescribed it.

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Dr. John Berryman answered

Risperidone is an atypical antipsychotic medication, and dose adjustments should be made by the physician who prescribed it.

Answered 4/28/2022

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Dr. Judith Tellerman answered

Your medication should be managed by a Psychiatrist. If your are not confident in your Psychiatrist please see another for a second opinion.

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Answered 4/29/2022

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A member asked:

I want to wean off of risperidone. what would be the proper way, if im currently taking 0.5mg three times a day? thank you?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. John Berryman answered

Dr. Judith Tellerman answered

Dr Berryman agreed

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