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My mother is an 87 years old alzheimer's patient. is it safe to give her 5mg. risperdal along with 10mg. buspiron? i have my concerns with risperdal.

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Dr. Maureen Nash answered

Specializes in Geriatric Psychiatry

Ask her doctor: For specific advice about a specific person and medicines you should discuss this with her prescriber to understand risks and benefits.

Answered 5/26/2013

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