Since the antipsychotic medication Risperdal was approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Adminsitration (FDA) in 1993, physicians have increasingly recommended that patients buy Risperdal for not only its recommended uses, i.e. to treat schizophrenia and bipolar disorder, but also for off-label uses, such as treating dementia in the elderly. However, a growing number of studies have shown links between Risperdal usage and serious, life-threatening medical conditions, including pituitary tumor development and diabetes, among other, lesser known conditions such as tardive dyskinesia, a movement disorder that may be incurable. Although the FDA in recent years has approved Risperdal for the treatment of certain symptoms in autistic children, concerns still abound regarding the potentially devastating side effects of the drug. As a result, Risperdal is a targeted medication, among other antipsychotic drugs, in various tort and/or products liability claims nationwide. If you or a loved one has experienced any of these side effects, or any other injury thought to be linked to Risperdal usage, you should contact an experienced products liability attorney for assistance in exploring whether you have a legal claim against the manufacturer of Risperdal.