FDA Says 'No' to Risperdal (Risperidone) as a Treatment for Psychotic Symptoms in Alzheimer Disease

Johnson & Johnson released information earlier today that the Food and Drug Administration did not approve its antipsychotic medication Risperdal (risperidone) for use as a treatment for psychotic symptoms in Alzheimer disease.

Full U.S. prescribing information for Risperdal can be found at a number of locations on the Web, including, if you click here, this webpage.
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Anthony H. Risser | neuroscience | neuropsychology | brain | neurology | alzheimer disease