Risperidone Consta is dosed at which regimen?

Risperidone Consta is dosed at which regimen?

• A. 25-50 mg q 2 weeks
• B. 90-120 mg q 4 weeks
• C. 300-400 mg q 4 weeks
• D. 1092-1560 mg q 6 months

Answer: (A)

Risperidone Consta is a long-acting injectable antipsychotic given on a fixed schedule to maintain steady drug levels. The approved dosing regimen is 25 to 50 mg every two weeks, with dose adjustments based on response and tolerability. Starting at 25 mg q2 weeks is common, and if needed, can be increased to up to 50 mg q2 weeks. Dosing intervals like every four weeks or much larger amounts would not provide the continuous coverage this depot formulation is designed to offer.

Risperidone Consta is a long-acting injectable antipsychotic given on a fixed schedule to maintain steady drug levels. The approved dosing regimen is 25 to 50 mg every two weeks, with dose adjustments based on response and tolerability. Starting at 25 mg q2 weeks is common, and if needed, can be increased to up to 50 mg q2 weeks. Dosing intervals like every four weeks or much larger amounts would not provide the continuous coverage this depot formulation is designed to offer.