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Can I eat this with Risperidone?
Alcohol adds to drowsiness; caffeine may help sleep problems; some foods ease stomach side effects; St John's wort stops risperidone working properly.
Also sold as Okedi, Risperdal, Risperdal Consta, Risperdal Quicklet. Brand names from the NHS Dictionary of Medicines and Devices.
Type any food below for an instant verdict — we check 69 foods and drinks for Risperidone (5 to avoid, 59 to take care with) — or tap one below.
Quick answers
- Should I take Risperidone with food?
- You can take risperidone with or without food.
- Can I eat st john’s wort with Risperidone?
- No, avoid it. Do not take St John's wort as it may stop risperidone working as well as it should.
- Can I drink alcohol with Risperidone?
- Yes, with care. Avoid for the first few days. After that, limit alcohol as it can make you sleepy and worsen your symptoms.
- Can I drink tea with Risperidone?
- Yes, with care. Avoid tea in the evening if you have trouble sleeping at night.
- Can I drink coffee with Risperidone?
- Yes, with care. Avoid coffee in the evening if you have trouble sleeping at night.
- Can I eat rich food with Risperidone?
- Yes, with care. Stick to simple meals if you feel or are being sick.
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1 · What do you take?
Alcohol adds to drowsiness; caffeine may help sleep problems; some foods ease stomach side effects; St John's wort stops risperidone working properly.
Avoid alcohol for the first few days and limit it long-term as it can make you sleepy and worsen symptoms. Do not take St John's wort as it stops risperidone working as well. Simple meals help nausea; more fibre helps constipation; avoiding caffeine in the evening may help if you can't sleep.
Browse our medication food guides →2 · What do you want to eat or drink?
When to take it: You can take risperidone with or without food.
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Foods to avoid with Risperidone· 5
Take care with Risperidone· 59
Fine with Risperidone· 5
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Further reading on Risperidone
The pages our answers quote. Every answer shows “Where this comes from” with the exact words, checked 24 September 2026. How we check
NHS website
About risperidone
NHS medicines information on risperidone – what it's used for and key facts.
NHS website
Who can and cannot take risperidone
NHS medicines information on who can take risperidone and who may not be able to take it.
NHS website
How and when to take risperidone
NHS medicines information on dosage for risperidone, how to take it and what to do if you miss a dose or take too much.
NHS website
Side effects of risperidone
NHS medicines information on side effects of risperidone and what you can do to cope.
NHS website
Taking risperidone with other medicines and herbal supplements
NHS medicines information on possible interactions with risperidone and other medicines, herbal remedies and supplements.
The Journal
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