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Does Risperidone Cause Weight Gain?

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Question : Can risperdone cause weight gain
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Answered by Dr. Ivo Ditah (-5 hours later)
Brief Answer:
Yes!

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

Weight gain is actually a common side effect of risperidone. If the weight gain is moderate, I will say continue with the drug as the treatment is far more beneficial. If the weight gain is too much, I encourage you to talk to your doctors and get this drug substituted with other options.

I hope this helps. I wish you well. Feel free to follow up with me if need be.
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Does Risperidone Cause Weight Gain?

Brief Answer: Yes! Detailed Answer: Hi, Weight gain is actually a common side effect of risperidone. If the weight gain is moderate, I will say continue with the drug as the treatment is far more beneficial. If the weight gain is too much, I encourage you to talk to your doctors and get this drug substituted with other options. I hope this helps. I wish you well. Feel free to follow up with me if need be.