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FDA approves monthly injectable risperidone for bipolar I disorder, offering improved adherence and relapse prevention.
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.
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.
The drug, using Medincell’s SteadyTeq™ technology, achieves therapeutic blood levels within 6–24 hours.
Common side effects include headache, parkinsonism, dizziness, and weight gain.
The move is seen as a significant step in addressing unmet needs in bipolar I disorder management.
FDA aprueba la risperidona inyectable mensual para el trastorno bipolar I, ofreciendo una mejor adherencia y prevención de recaídas.