What is Rykindo ?

Rykindo (risperidone) is an injectable atypical antipsychotic used to treat schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. The drug functions primarily by modulating the levels of neurotransmitters (dopamine and serotonin) in the brain, improving symptoms such as hallucinations, delusions, and mood swings. Administered via intramuscular injection, Rykindo provides sustained symptom control with a long-acting formulation, reducing the need for daily dosing.

• Numbness or weakness on one side of your body, sudden or severe headache, problems with vision, speech, or walking
• Swelling of the breasts, breast soreness, nipple discharge (in both women and men)
• Seizures or tremors
• Lightheadedness, dizziness, fainting
• Unusual thoughts, mood, or behavior
• Increased hunger or thirst, change in how much or how often you urinate
• Jerky muscle movements you cannot control (often in your face, tongue, or jaw)
• Fever, sweating, confusion, or muscle stiffness
• Fast, slow, pounding, or uneven heartbeat
• Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
• Unusual bleeding, bruising, or weakness
• Trouble swallowing
• Painful, prolonged erection of the penis

• Unusual bleeding, bruising, or weakness
• Trouble swallowing
• Swelling of the breasts, breast soreness, nipple discharge (in both women and men)
• Seizures or tremors
• You may get overheated more easily while you are receiving this medicine. Be careful when you exercise or you are outside in hot or humid weather. Drink plenty of water to stay hydrated.
• Talk with your doctor before using this medicine if you plan to have children. Some women who use this medicine have become infertile (unable to have children).
• This medicine may make you bleed, bruise, or get infections more easily. Take precautions to prevent illness and injury. Wash your hands often.
• Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments.
• Painful, prolonged erection of the penis
• Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have kidney disease, liver disease, diabetes, heart or blood vessel disease, heart rhythm problems, high cholesterol, Parkinson disease, trouble swallowing, or a history of breast cancer or seizures. Tell your doctor if you have a history of a heart attack or stroke.
• This medicine may cause the following problems:Increased risk of strokeNeuroleptic malignant syndrome (nerve disorder which can be life-threatening)Tardive dyskinesia (movement disorder that could become permanent)High blood sugar or high cholesterol levelsIncreased levels of prolactin hormoneIncreased risk of seizures
• This medicine may make you dizzy, drowsy, lightheaded, or may cause trouble with thinking or controlling body movements, which may lead to falls, fractures, or other injuries. Do not drive or do anything else that could be dangerous until you know how this medicine affects you. Stand or sit up slowly if you feel lightheaded or dizzy.