Posted by AndrewB on March 10, 2001, at 1:45:39
In reply to amisulpride and risperdal, posted by michael on March 9, 2001, at 0:11:52
Risperdal is significantly different from amisulpride. Amisulpride is a potent D2/D3 receptor antagonist.
Risperdal is a relatively weak D2 receptor antagonist. It is a potent 5-HT2A and 5HT7 antagonist. Also has a strong affinity for alpha 1 & 2 andrenergic and histimine H1 receptors. Not noted for weight gain like Zyprexa.
Low dosage range is 4 to 10 mg./day. 6mg. generally being more effective than the higher doses. Doses of 6 mg.s and lower a day greatly decrease the likelihood of EPS.
AndrewB
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