Seizures, irregular blood pressure, and diabetes have been reported by Risperdal® patients. Risperdal is the most frequently prescribed antipsychotic medication in the U.S, bringing in more than $2 billion in sales for Janssen Pharmaceuticals annually. Risperdal® is used to help manage the symptoms of schizophrenia, by decreasing abnormal excitement levels in the brain. Prescriptions for Risperdal® are frequently written off-label to treat a number of other conditions, including bi-polar conditions, ADHD, and hyperactivity.

Risperdal® users have experienced convulsions (seizures), difficult or fast breathing, rapid heartbeat or irregular pulse, high fever, high or low blood pressure, profuse sweating, loss of bladder control, severe muscle stiffness, unusually pale skin, severe tiredness or weakness. Such effects can signal the onset of a serious, or even life-threatening, health complication.

Risperdal® is also associated with both the onset and complication of diabetes. Children who take Risperdal® and develop diabetes are at particular risk of developing severe cases of diabetes and obesity. It is essential that the parents of children using Risperdal® look out for the following signs of the onset of diabetes: frequent or heavy urination, dry mouth, drinking copious amounts of water.

If you or your child became ill as a result of taking this highly promoted and equally dangerous drug, contact our Philadelphia Risperdal® attorneys today to discuss your potential lawsuit. The lawyers at the Law Firm of Eisenberg, Rothweiler, Winkler, Eisenberg & Jeck, P.C. are ready to help you in your fight for justice.