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risperidone

risperidone Risperidone is an atypical antipsychotic medicine that blocks dopamine D2 and serotonin 5-HT2 receptors.

Risperidone is an atypical antipsychotic medicine that blocks dopamine D2 and serotonin 5-HT2 receptors. It is used in schizophrenia and has been shown to improve both positive and negative symptoms.

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Drafting source: U.S. National Library of Medicine. Medical Subject Headings (MeSH), 2026 descriptor edition. “Risperidone” (D018967).
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