Risperidone-induced enuresis in two children with autistic disorder

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Herguner S., Mukaddes N. M.

JOURNAL OF CHILD AND ADOLESCENT PSYCHOPHARMACOLOGY, vol.17, no.4, pp.527-530, 2007 (SCI-Expanded)

• Publication Type: Article / Article
• Volume: 17 Issue: 4
• Publication Date: 2007
• Doi Number: 10.1089/cap.2006.0056
• Journal Name: JOURNAL OF CHILD AND ADOLESCENT PSYCHOPHARMACOLOGY
• Journal Indexes: Science Citation Index Expanded (SCI-EXPANDED), Scopus
• Page Numbers: pp.527-530
• Istanbul University Affiliated: Yes

Abstract

Introduction: Risperidone appears to be effective in treating behavioral problems in children with autistic disorder. Although increased appetite, weight gain, and sedation are among the most common side effects, risperidone-induced enuresis is rarely reported.