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flag FDA approves monthly injectable risperidone for bipolar I disorder, offering improved adherence and relapse prevention.

flag The FDA has approved UZEDY (risperidone) extended-release injectable suspension for once-monthly subcutaneous use in adults with bipolar I disorder, marking the first subcutaneous, long-acting risperidone formulation. flag The approval, based on existing clinical data and model-informed development, expands UZEDY’s use beyond schizophrenia and offers three dosing options—50 mg, 75 mg, and 100 mg—to improve treatment adherence and reduce relapse risk. flag The drug, using Medincell’s SteadyTeq™ technology, achieves therapeutic blood levels within 6–24 hours. flag Common side effects include headache, parkinsonism, dizziness, and weight gain. flag The move is seen as a significant step in addressing unmet needs in bipolar I disorder management.

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