what is risperidone for
Risperidone is an atypical antipsychotic medication. It is most often used to treat delusional psychosis (including schizophrenia). This medication is also used to treat some forms of bipolar disorder and psychotic depression. Risperidone works by changing the effects of chemicals in the brain. Some of the brand names of risperidone is the US are Belivon, Rispen, Risperdal.