What condition is NOT treated with Risperidone?

Risperidone is an atypical antipsychotic commonly used to manage various psychiatric conditions, particularly schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. It’s effective in treating the symptoms of these disorders, such as hallucinations, delusions, and mood swings. Behavioral disturbances, particularly those seen in patients with certain developmental disorders or mood disorders, can also be managed with risperidone due to its efficacy in controlling irritability and aggression.

Generalized anxiety disorder, however, is primarily treated using different classes of medications such as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) or benzodiazepines, as it is more focused on anxiety rather than psychotic or mood disorders. Therefore, while risperidone might be used in some cases off-label, it is not the first-line treatment for generalized anxiety disorder, making this the condition not typically treated with risperidone.