abilify (aripiprazole)
Okedi® (risperidone extended‑release injection)
Brand name: Okedi®
Active ingredient: Risperidone
Type: Atypical antipsychotic
Available from: Bausch Health Canada Inc.
Form: Long‑acting injection (75 mg or 100 mg)
Generic: No
Listed on Ontario formulary: No
What is Okedi used for?
Treatment of schizophrenia and related psychotic illnesses in adults.
How should I take Okedi?
Administered every 4 weeks by a healthcare professional.
Available in 75 mg and 100 mg doses.
Common side effects
- Drowsiness
- EPS
- Restlessness
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Constipation
- Weight gain
- Breast swelling/milk production
- Orthostatic hypotension
Rare but serious side effects
- Agranulocytosis
- Stroke
- Severe allergic reaction
- DKA
- NMS
- Tardive dyskinesia
Warnings/Precautions
Not approved for dementia‑related psychosis.
Medication interactions
Possible interactions with:
- Diphenhydramine
- Lorazepam/zopiclone
- Fentanyl
- Parkinson’s medications
- Avoid alcohol or illegal drugs.