Risperidone (Apo) TM
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Active ingredients: risperidone
Brand name
(ARTG)
: APO-RISPERIDONE risperidone 0.5mg tablet blister packConsumer Medicine Information (CMI)
Read the CMI leaflet for facts you need to know before, during and after taking your medicine.
For more information about CMIs and how to read them, please visit How to read Consumer Medicine Information (CMI).
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Treatment of schizophrenia and related psychoses.,Short term treatment of acute mania associated with bipolar 1 disorder (See DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION: Bipolar mania).,Treatment of psychotic symptoms, or persistent agitation or aggression unresponsive to non-pharmacological approaches in patients with moderate to severe demetia of the Alzheimer type). *(See DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION: Behavioural Disturbances in Dementia),Risperidone is indicated for the treatment *(up to 12 weeks) of psychotic symptoms, or persistent agitation or aggression unresponsive to non-pharmacological approaches in patients with moderate to severe dementia of the Alzheimer type. *(See DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION: Behavioural Disturbances in Dementia),Treatment of conduct and other disruptive behaviour disorders in children (over 5 years), adolescents and adults with sub-average intellectual functioning or mental retardation in whom destructive behaviours (e.g. aggression, impulsivity and self-injurious behaviours) are prominent (see CLINICAL TRIALS for maintenance data).,Treatment of behavioural disorders associated with autism in children and adolescents (see CLINICAL TRIALS).
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet, film coated
- Oral
- Brick red coloured, round, biconvex, film-coated tablets plain on both sides.
Images
Images © Medicines Information Pty Ltd.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- See Product information for shelf life
- Shelf lifetime is 2 Years.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 20 tablets / carton pack
- 60 tablets pack
Over 65 ?
(AHT)
This medicine contains the active ingredients:
If you are over 65 years of age, there may be specific risks and recommendations for use of this medicine. Please discuss your individual circumstances with your pharmacist, doctor or health professional. For more information read our page on medication safety for older people.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient risperidone
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
Brand name
(ARTG)
: APO-RISPERIDONE risperidone 0.5mg tablet blister packConsumer Medicine Information (CMI)
Read the CMI leaflet for facts you need to know before, during and after taking your medicine.
For more information about CMIs and how to read them, please visit How to read Consumer Medicine Information (CMI).
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Treatment of schizophrenia and related psychoses.,Short term treatment of acute mania associated with bipolar 1 disorder (See DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION: Bipolar mania).,Treatment of psychotic symptoms, or persistent agitation or aggression unresponsive to non-pharmacological approaches in patients with moderate to severe demetia of the Alzheimer type). *(See DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION: Behavioural Disturbances in Dementia),Risperidone is indicated for the treatment *(up to 12 weeks) of psychotic symptoms, or persistent agitation or aggression unresponsive to non-pharmacological approaches in patients with moderate to severe dementia of the Alzheimer type. *(See DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION: Behavioural Disturbances in Dementia),Treatment of conduct and other disruptive behaviour disorders in children (over 5 years), adolescents and adults with sub-average intellectual functioning or mental retardation in whom destructive behaviours (e.g. aggression, impulsivity and self-injurious behaviours) are prominent (see CLINICAL TRIALS for maintenance data).,Treatment of behavioural disorders associated with autism in children and adolescents (see CLINICAL TRIALS).
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet, film coated
- Oral
- Brick red coloured, round, biconvex, film-coated tablets plain on both sides.
Images
Images © Medicines Information Pty Ltd.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- See Product information for shelf life
- Shelf lifetime is 2 Years.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 20 tablets / carton pack
- 60 tablets pack
Is this medicine subsidised ?
(PBS)
This medicine was verified as being available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme) on April, 1 2025. To learn more about this subsidy, visit the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) website.
Over 65 ?
(AHT)
This medicine contains the active ingredients:
If you are over 65 years of age, there may be specific risks and recommendations for use of this medicine. Please discuss your individual circumstances with your pharmacist, doctor or health professional. For more information read our page on medication safety for older people.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient risperidone
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
Brand name
(ARTG)
: APO-RISPERIDONE risperidone 3mg tablet blister packConsumer Medicine Information (CMI)
Read the CMI leaflet for facts you need to know before, during and after taking your medicine.
For more information about CMIs and how to read them, please visit How to read Consumer Medicine Information (CMI).
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Treatment of schizophrenia and related psychoses.,Short term treatment of acute mania associated with bipolar 1 disorder (See DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION: Bipolar mania).,Treatment of psychotic symptoms, or persistent agitation or aggression unresponsive to non-pharmacological approaches in patients with moderate to severe demetia of the Alzheimer type). *(See DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION: Behavioural Disturbances in Dementia),Risperidone is indicated for the treatment *(up to 12 weeks) of psychotic symptoms, or persistent agitation or aggression unresponsive to non-pharmacological approaches in patients with moderate to severe dementia of the Alzheimer type. *(See DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION: Behavioural Disturbances in Dementia),Treatment of conduct and other disruptive behaviour disorders in children (over 5 years), adolescents and adults with sub-average intellectual functioning or mental retardation in whom destructive behaviours (e.g. aggression, impulsivity and self-injurious behaviours) are prominent (see CLINICAL TRIALS for maintenance data).,Treatment of behavioural disorders associated with autism in children and adolescents (see CLINICAL TRIALS).
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet, film coated
- Oral
- Light yellow coloured, oval shaped, biconvex film-coated tablets with a break line on one side and plain on other side.
Images
Images © Medicines Information Pty Ltd.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- See Product information for shelf life
- Shelf lifetime is 2 Years.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 60 tablets / carton pack
Is this medicine subsidised ?
(PBS)
This medicine was verified as being available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme) on April, 1 2025. To learn more about this subsidy, visit the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) website.
Over 65 ?
(AHT)
This medicine contains the active ingredients:
If you are over 65 years of age, there may be specific risks and recommendations for use of this medicine. Please discuss your individual circumstances with your pharmacist, doctor or health professional. For more information read our page on medication safety for older people.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient risperidone
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
Brand name
(ARTG)
: APO-RISPERIDONE risperidone 4mg tablet blister packConsumer Medicine Information (CMI)
Read the CMI leaflet for facts you need to know before, during and after taking your medicine.
For more information about CMIs and how to read them, please visit How to read Consumer Medicine Information (CMI).
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Treatment of schizophrenia and related psychoses.,Short term treatment of acute mania associated with bipolar 1 disorder (See DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION: Bipolar mania).,Treatment of psychotic symptoms, or persistent agitation or aggression unresponsive to non-pharmacological approaches in patients with moderate to severe demetia of the Alzheimer type). *(See DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION: Behavioural Disturbances in Dementia),Risperidone is indicated for the treatment *(up to 12 weeks) of psychotic symptoms, or persistent agitation or aggression unresponsive to non-pharmacological approaches in patients with moderate to severe dementia of the Alzheimer type. *(See DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION: Behavioural Disturbances in Dementia),Treatment of conduct and other disruptive behaviour disorders in children (over 5 years), adolescents and adults with sub-average intellectual functioning or mental retardation in whom destructive behaviours (e.g. aggression, impulsivity and self-injurious behaviours) are prominent (see CLINICAL TRIALS for maintenance data).,Treatment of behavioural disorders associated with autism in children and adolescents (see CLINICAL TRIALS).
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet, film coated
- Oral
- Green coloured, capsule shaped, biconvex film-coated tablet plain on both sides.
Images
Images © Medicines Information Pty Ltd.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- See Product information for shelf life
- Shelf lifetime is 24 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 60 tablets / carton pack
Is this medicine subsidised ?
(PBS)
This medicine was verified as being available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme) on April, 1 2025. To learn more about this subsidy, visit the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) website.
Over 65 ?
(AHT)
This medicine contains the active ingredients:
If you are over 65 years of age, there may be specific risks and recommendations for use of this medicine. Please discuss your individual circumstances with your pharmacist, doctor or health professional. For more information read our page on medication safety for older people.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient risperidone
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
Brand name
(ARTG)
: APO-RISPERIDONE risperidone 1mg tablet blister packConsumer Medicine Information (CMI)
Read the CMI leaflet for facts you need to know before, during and after taking your medicine.
For more information about CMIs and how to read them, please visit How to read Consumer Medicine Information (CMI).
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Treatment of schizophrenia and related psychoses.,Short term treatment of acute mania associated with bipolar 1 disorder (See DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION: Bipolar mania).,Treatment of psychotic symptoms, or persistent agitation or aggression unresponsive to non-pharmacological approaches in patients with moderate to severe demetia of the Alzheimer type). *(See DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION: Behavioural Disturbances in Dementia),Risperidone is indicated for the treatment *(up to 12 weeks) of psychotic symptoms, or persistent agitation or aggression unresponsive to non-pharmacological approaches in patients with moderate to severe dementia of the Alzheimer type. *(See DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION: Behavioural Disturbances in Dementia),Treatment of conduct and other disruptive behaviour disorders in children (over 5 years), adolescents and adults with sub-average intellectual functioning or mental retardation in whom destructive behaviours (e.g. aggression, impulsivity and self-injurious behaviours) are prominent (see CLINICAL TRIALS for maintenance data).,Treatment of behavioural disorders associated with autism in children and adolescents (see CLINICAL TRIALS).
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet, film coated
- Oral
- White to off white, capsule shaped, biconvex film-coated tablets, plain on both sides.
Images
Images © Medicines Information Pty Ltd.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- See Product information for shelf life
- Shelf lifetime is 2 Years.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 60 tablets / carton pack
Is this medicine subsidised ?
(PBS)
This medicine was verified as being available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme) on April, 1 2025. To learn more about this subsidy, visit the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) website.
Over 65 ?
(AHT)
This medicine contains the active ingredients:
If you are over 65 years of age, there may be specific risks and recommendations for use of this medicine. Please discuss your individual circumstances with your pharmacist, doctor or health professional. For more information read our page on medication safety for older people.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient risperidone
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
Brand name
(ARTG)
: APO-RISPERIDONE risperidone 2mg tablet blister packConsumer Medicine Information (CMI)
Read the CMI leaflet for facts you need to know before, during and after taking your medicine.
For more information about CMIs and how to read them, please visit How to read Consumer Medicine Information (CMI).
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Treatment of schizophrenia and related psychoses.,Short term treatment of acute mania associated with bipolar 1 disorder (See DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION: Bipolar mania).,Treatment of psychotic symptoms, or persistent agitation or aggression unresponsive to non-pharmacological approaches in patients with moderate to severe demetia of the Alzheimer type). *(See DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION: Behavioural Disturbances in Dementia),Risperidone is indicated for the treatment *(up to 12 weeks) of psychotic symptoms, or persistent agitation or aggression unresponsive to non-pharmacological approaches in patients with moderate to severe dementia of the Alzheimer type. *(See DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION: Behavioural Disturbances in Dementia),Treatment of conduct and other disruptive behaviour disorders in children (over 5 years), adolescents and adults with sub-average intellectual functioning or mental retardation in whom destructive behaviours (e.g. aggression, impulsivity and self-injurious behaviours) are prominent (see CLINICAL TRIALS for maintenance data).,Treatment of behavioural disorders associated with autism in children and adolescents (see CLINICAL TRIALS).
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet, film coated
- Oral
- Light orange coloured, capsule shaped, biconvex film-coated tablets plain on both sides.
Images
Images © Medicines Information Pty Ltd.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- See Product information for shelf life
- Shelf lifetime is 2 Years.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 60 tablets / carton pack
Is this medicine subsidised ?
(PBS)
This medicine was verified as being available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme) on April, 1 2025. To learn more about this subsidy, visit the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) website.
Over 65 ?
(AHT)
This medicine contains the active ingredients:
If you are over 65 years of age, there may be specific risks and recommendations for use of this medicine. Please discuss your individual circumstances with your pharmacist, doctor or health professional. For more information read our page on medication safety for older people.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient risperidone
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
Brand name
(ARTG)
: APO-RISPERIDONE risperidone 3mg tablets bottleWhat this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Treatment of schizophrenia and related psychoses. Short-term treatment of acute mania associated with bipolar I disorder. Treatment of behavioural disturbances in dementia. Treatment of conduct and other disruptive disorders in children (over 5 years), adolescents and adults with subaverage intellectual functioning or mental retardation in whom destructive behaviours (e.g. aggression, impulsivity and self-injurious behaviours) are prominent. Treatment of behavioural disorders associated with autism in children and adolescents.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet, film coated
- Oral
- Beige, capsule-shaped, biconvex, film-coated tablets. Engraved "APO" on one side, "RI" score "3" on the other side.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Protect from Light
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 60 tablets pack
Is this medicine subsidised ?
(PBS)
This medicine was verified as being available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme) on April, 1 2025. To learn more about this subsidy, visit the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) website.
Over 65 ?
(AHT)
This medicine contains the active ingredients:
If you are over 65 years of age, there may be specific risks and recommendations for use of this medicine. Please discuss your individual circumstances with your pharmacist, doctor or health professional. For more information read our page on medication safety for older people.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient risperidone
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
Brand name
(ARTG)
: APO-RISPERIDONE risperidone 2mg tablets bottleWhat this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Treatment of schizophrenia and related psychoses. Short-term treatment of acute mania associated with bipolar I disorder. Treatment of behavioural disturbances in dementia. Treatment of conduct and other disruptive disorders in children (over 5 years), adolescents and adults with subaverage intellectual functioning or mental retardation in whom destructive behaviours (e.g. aggression, impulsivity and self-injurious behaviours) are prominent. Treatment of behavioural disorders associated with autism in children and adolescents.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet, film coated
- Oral
- Light orange, capsule-shaped, biconvex, film-coated tablets. Engraved "APO" on one side, "RI" score "2" on the other side.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Protect from Light
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 60 tablets pack
Is this medicine subsidised ?
(PBS)
This medicine was verified as being available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme) on April, 1 2025. To learn more about this subsidy, visit the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) website.
Over 65 ?
(AHT)
This medicine contains the active ingredients:
If you are over 65 years of age, there may be specific risks and recommendations for use of this medicine. Please discuss your individual circumstances with your pharmacist, doctor or health professional. For more information read our page on medication safety for older people.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient risperidone
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
Brand name
(ARTG)
: APO-RISPERIDONE risperidone 1mg tablets bottleWhat this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Treatment of schizophrenia and related psychoses. Short-term treatment of acute mania associated with bipolar I disorder. Treatment of behavioural disturbances in dementia. Treatment of conduct and other disruptive disorders in children (over 5 years), adolescents and adults with subaverage intellectual functioning or mental retardation in whom destructive behaviours (e.g. aggression, impulsivity and self-injurious behaviours) are prominent. Treatment of behavioural disorders associated with autism in children and adolescents.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet, film coated
- Oral
- White, capsule-shaped, biconvex, film-coated tablets. Engraved "APO" on one side, "RI" score "1" on the other side.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Protect from Light
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 60 tablets pack
Is this medicine subsidised ?
(PBS)
This medicine was verified as being available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme) on April, 1 2025. To learn more about this subsidy, visit the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) website.
Over 65 ?
(AHT)
This medicine contains the active ingredients:
If you are over 65 years of age, there may be specific risks and recommendations for use of this medicine. Please discuss your individual circumstances with your pharmacist, doctor or health professional. For more information read our page on medication safety for older people.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient risperidone
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
Brand name
(ARTG)
: APO-RISPERIDONE risperidone 0.5mg tablets bottleWhat this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Treatment of schizophrenia and related psychoses. Short-term treatment of acute mania associated with bipolar I disorder. Treatment of behavioural disturbances in dementia. Treatment of conduct and other disruptive disorders in children (over 5 years), adolescents and adults with subaverage intellectual functioning or mental retardation in whom destructive behaviours (e.g. aggression, impulsivity and self-injurious behaviours) are prominent. Treatment of behavioural disorders associated with autism in children and adolescents.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet, film coated
- Oral
- Brownish-red, capsule-shaped, biconvex, film-coated tablets. Engraved "APO" on one side, "RI" score ".5" on the other side.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Protect from Light
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 20 tablets pack
Is this medicine subsidised ?
(PBS)
This medicine was verified as being available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme) on April, 1 2025. To learn more about this subsidy, visit the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) website.
Over 65 ?
(AHT)
This medicine contains the active ingredients:
If you are over 65 years of age, there may be specific risks and recommendations for use of this medicine. Please discuss your individual circumstances with your pharmacist, doctor or health professional. For more information read our page on medication safety for older people.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient risperidone
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
Brand name
(ARTG)
: APO-RISPERIDONE risperidone 4mg tablets bottleWhat this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Treatment of schizophrenia and related psychoses. Short-term treatment of acute mania associated with bipolar I disorder. Treatment of behavioural disturbances in dementia. Treatment of conduct and other disruptive disorders in children (over 5 years), adolescents and adults with subaverage intellectual functioning or mental retardation in whom destructive behaviours (e.g. aggression, impulsivity and self-injurious behaviours) are prominent. Treatment of behavioural disorders associated with autism in children and adolescents.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet, film coated
- Oral
- Light green, capsule-shaped, biconvex, film-coated tablets. Engraved "APO" on one side, "RI" score "4" on the other side.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Protect from Light
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 60 tablets pack
Is this medicine subsidised ?
(PBS)
This medicine was verified as being available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme) on April, 1 2025. To learn more about this subsidy, visit the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) website.
Over 65 ?
(AHT)
This medicine contains the active ingredients:
If you are over 65 years of age, there may be specific risks and recommendations for use of this medicine. Please discuss your individual circumstances with your pharmacist, doctor or health professional. For more information read our page on medication safety for older people.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient risperidone
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
Brand name
(ARTG)
: APO-RISPERIDONE risperidone 0.5mg tablets bottleWhat this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Treatment of schizophrenia and related psychoses. Short-term treatment of acute mania associated with bipolar I disorder. Treatment of behavioural disturbances in dementia. Treatment of conduct and other disruptive disorders in children (over 5 years), adolescents and adults with subaverage intellectual functioning or mental retardation in whom destructive behaviours (e.g. aggression, impulsivity and self-injurious behaviours) are prominent. Treatment of behavioural disorders associated with autism in children and adolescents.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet, film coated
- Oral
- Brownish-red, capsule-shaped, biconvex, film-coated tablets. Engraved "APO" on one side, "RI" score ".5" on the other side.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Protect from Light
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 20 tablets pack
Over 65 ?
(AHT)
This medicine contains the active ingredients:
If you are over 65 years of age, there may be specific risks and recommendations for use of this medicine. Please discuss your individual circumstances with your pharmacist, doctor or health professional. For more information read our page on medication safety for older people.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient risperidone
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
