Risperdal is used to treat schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. It is also used to control the irritability symptoms associated with autism in children and adolescents. Risperdal helps reduce hallucinations, delusions, and irrational thinking, enabling the patient to regain a greater sense of connection with reality. It is used to treat manic episodes or severe mood swings.
Risperdal is sometimes prescribed to improve unusual behaviors resulting from some cases of autism, such as outbursts of anger or aggression. The drug works by affecting brain chemicals such as serotonin and dopamine, which contribute to neurological balance and reduce distressing symptoms.