RISPERDAL vs RISPERIDONE
Independent side-by-side comparison.
Rating
70/100
New
Pharmacy pays
~$2.07 /30
~$2.07 /30
Type
RX
RX
Active ingredient
RISPERIDONE
RISPERIDONE
Manufacturer
Dosage forms
Solution, Tablet
Solution, Tablet
Drug class
Atypical Antipsychotic
Atypical Antipsychotic
Boxed warning
None
Half-life
about 3 hours in extensive CYP2D6 metabolizers (about 20 hours in poor metabolizers)
about 3 hours in extensive CYP2D6 metabolizers (about 20 hours in poor metabolizers)
Treats
Autistic Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, Dementia
Autistic Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, Dementia
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, Risperdal or Risperidone?
Pharmacies pay about the same to acquire either one — roughly $2.07 for a 30-count supply, per the CMS NADAC survey. That is not what you will be charged: your price is set by your insurer and the pharmacy, not by what the drug cost them.
What is the difference between Risperdal and Risperidone?
Both Risperdal and Risperidone share the active ingredient Risperidone.
Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data. This comparison is for general reference only — not medical advice. Always consult a licensed professional before choosing or switching a medication.