Is risperdal an maoi

No, Risperdal (risperidone) is not a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI). It is an atypical antipsychotic medication primarily used to treat conditions such as schizophrenia, Bipolar disorder, and irritability associated with autism. MAOIs, on the other hand, are a different class of antidepressants that work by inhibiting the enzyme monoamine oxidase, which breaks down neurotransmitters like serotonin and norepinephrine.