Best Atypical Antipsychotic for autistic disorder
Top-rated pick: Risperdal — pharmaranks score 70/100, the highest of the 6 Atypical Antipsychotic drugs used for autistic disorder, ranked by our independent FDA recall-safety score. Compare them with all treatments for autistic disorder or the full Atypical Antipsychotic class. Not medical advice — always consult a professional.
Quick answer: Of the 6 atypical antipsychotic drugs we rate for autistic disorder, all are available as lower-cost generics, and most are tablet. Our ranking reflects each drug’s FDA recall-safety record — not clinical effectiveness for autistic disorder; the right choice depends on your situation, so confirm it with your prescriber.
How atypical antipsychotic work
Atypical antipsychotics block dopamine D2 receptors and serotonin 5-HT2A receptors in the brain, rebalancing these signaling chemicals to reduce hallucinations, delusions, and mood symptoms in conditions like schizophrenia and bipolar disorder.
Source: Atypical Antipsychotic Agents - StatPearls - NCBI Bookshelf
Other drug classes for autistic disorder
Top atypical antipsychotic for autistic disorder: 1. Risperdal · 2. Uzedy · 3. Quetiapine Fumarate
| # | Drug | Rating | Type | Form | Generic? | Pharmacy pays | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 70/100 | Prescription | Solution | Generic | $2 | View → | |
| 2 | 56/100 | Prescription | Injectable | Generic | $2 | View → | |
| 3 | Not yet rated | Prescription | Tablet | Generic | $3 | View → | |
| 4 | Not yet rated | Prescription | Kit | Generic | $2 | View → | |
| 5 | Not yet rated | Prescription | Tablet | Generic | $3 | View → | |
| 6 | Not yet rated | Prescription | Tablet | Generic | $3 | View → |
Full ranking · 6 drugs
risperdal
Boxed warningPrescriptionFDA-sourced
Risperdal (Risperidone) is an atypical antipsychotic used to treat Autistic Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, Dementia, Tourette Syndrome.
Pharmacy pays
From ~$1.07/30· 8 formsuzedy
Boxed warningPrescriptionFDA-sourced
Uzedy (Risperidone) is an atypical antipsychotic used to treat Autistic Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, Dementia, Tourette Syndrome.
Pharmacy pays
From ~$1.07/30· 8 formsquetiapine fumarate
PrescriptionFDA-sourced
Quetiapine Fumarate is an atypical antipsychotic used to treat Autistic Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, Major Depressive Disorder, Psychotic Disorders.
Pharmacy pays
From ~$0.87/30· 8 forms Save up to 21% in classrykindo
Boxed warningPrescriptionFDA-sourced
Rykindo (Risperidone) is an atypical antipsychotic used to treat Autistic Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, Dementia, Tourette Syndrome.
Pharmacy pays
From ~$1.07/30· 8 formsseroquel
Boxed warningPrescriptionFDA-sourced
Seroquel (Quetiapine Fumarate) is an atypical antipsychotic used to treat Autistic Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, Major Depressive Disorder, Psychotic Disorders.
Pharmacy pays
From ~$0.87/30· 8 forms Save up to 21% in class
seroquel xr
PrescriptionFDA-sourced
Seroquel XR (Quetiapine Fumarate) is an atypical antipsychotic used to treat Autistic Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, Major Depressive Disorder, Psychotic Disorders.
Pharmacy pays
From ~$0.87/30· 8 forms Save up to 21% in classFrequently asked
- What is the best atypical antipsychotic for autistic disorder?
- By our independent recall-safety rating — not an efficacy measure — risperdal ranks highest among Atypical Antipsychotic drugs used for autistic disorder. Always consult a professional.
- Which atypical antipsychotic drugs treat autistic disorder?
- pharmaranks lists 6 Atypical Antipsychotic products used for autistic disorder, per NIH RxClass drug-classification data — each independently rated and ranked above.
- How are these ranked?
- By our independent score, currently based on FDA regulatory recall-safety data (the methodology blends additional sources as they come online). See the How we rate page.