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Can Zoloft And Risperdal Cause Aggressiveness And Mood Changes?

Hello, My son (33 yrs old) is taking 50 mg Zoloft and 1 mg Risperdal and is acting very aggresive and has mood changes.....Is this normal.....He has been on this medication for over 2 years and all of a sudden his behavior has worsen.....What would you suggest is causing this recent behavior thank you
Thu, 24 Dec 2015
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Sudden change in behavior of patient taking these medications could be a big an issue. He may need changes with the dosage of drug or change or addition of drugs. kindly consult your Psychiatrist soon.
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Can Zoloft And Risperdal Cause Aggressiveness And Mood Changes?

Sudden change in behavior of patient taking these medications could be a big an issue. He may need changes with the dosage of drug or change or addition of drugs. kindly consult your Psychiatrist soon.