What is true of risperidone:
A. It is an atypical neuroleptic which produces
few extrapyramidal side effects
B. It has combined dopamine D2 and 5-HT2
receptor blocking activity
C. It does not cause hyperprolactinemia
D. Both 'A' and 'B' are correct

1 Answer

Answer :

D. Both 'A' and 'B' are correct

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