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Can Risperidone affect a fetus during pregnancy?

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Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

I had two episodes of psychosis in the past two years. I started treatment with Risperidone and later started Asprito 5 mg. I am getting married after two months. I want to know that if I start a family, will this treatment affect my baby's health as only limited medicines are allowed during pregnancy?

Answered by Dr. Nidhi Jain

Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com. As you are receiving only 5 mg Asprito (Aripiprazole), which is a very low dose, it is better if you stop the medication at least in the first trimester (first 3 months of pregnancy). Then, you can take medicine safely during remaining pregnancy (last 6 months). But, if not possible to stop the medication, then, take tablet Haloperidol which is safer than Asprito during pregnancy. Thank you and take care. Regards.

Answered byDr. Nidhi Jain

Medically reviewed byiCliniq medical review team

Published At April 15, 2018
Reviewed AtApril 18, 2024

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