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Risperdal: Research and Litigation<\/h1>\n\n
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\n By Christie Nicholson, J.D.<\/a> | Legally reviewed by Oni Harton, J.D.<\/a>\n | Last reviewed\n
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Risperdal is an antipsychotic medication linked to serious <\/span>side effects<\/span>, including gynecomastia<\/span> in young male patients. Thousands of individuals filed lawsuits against Johnson & Johnson<\/span>, alleging failure to warn and deceptive marketing.<\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n\n\n\n

Risperdal (risperidone<\/span> tablets) is an atypical antipsychotic medication for patients with schizophrenia<\/span>. Johnson & Johnson<\/span>\u2019s subsidiary, Janssen, manufactures and sells Risperdal. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration<\/span> (FDA<\/span>) approved Risperdal<\/a> in 1994.<\/p>\n

Risperdal has serious <\/span>side effects<\/span>, including gynecomastia<\/span>, the enlargement of male <\/span>breast<\/span> tissue<\/span>. These adverse effects have prompted thousands of patients to sue the drug manufacturer<\/span>.<\/p>\n

This article shares important legal and lawsuit information regarding Risperdal. You\u2019ll also learn about the drug\u2019s off-label<\/span> uses<\/span> and side effects<\/span>. Towards the end of the article, you\u2019ll find a timeline of research and legal updates.<\/p>\n

Drug manufacturers<\/span> have a legal responsibility to ensure their medications carry adequate warnings and are safe to use. If you or a loved one<\/span> has been harmed by Risperdal, you have legal options. Contact a product liability<\/span> attorney<\/a> near you to share your story and learn your rights. An attorney can determine if you have a valid claim and advocate for fair compensation.<\/p>\n

What Does Risperdal Treat?<\/h2>\n

Risperdal helps relieve schizophrenia<\/span> symptoms, including:<\/p>\n