Risperidone Side effect in a Child with Autism and Suspected Dysphagia

Abstract Background & aim: Autism is one of the diseases with clearly associated disorders. Children with autism are not able to express the pain and in case of signs of mental disability in children a delay in reporting of diagnosis or misdiagnosis will occurs. The aim of this study was to report a case of risperidone in children with autism and suspected dysphagia. Case Presentation: This case report dealt with a rare complication of Risperidone side effect diagnosed as dysphagia in an autistic child. Risperdal is approved for autism treatment and the common side effects of this drug is increased appetite, but has led to difficulty in eating in children. To investigate the cause of dysphagia, no para-clinic examination was conducted. Conclusion: It is necessary to take a complete drug history in patients with problems of communication and swallowing disorders. Key words: Risperidone, Autism, Dysphagia, Chil