Severe Nondiabetic Hypoglycemia After Risperidone Initiation in an Adult With Schizophrenia: A Case Report and Systematic Review

Hypoglycemia is a rare but potentially serious adverse effect of second-generation antipsychotics (SGAs). Most studies have focused on SGA-induced hyperglycemia and metabolic syndrome, while hypoglycemia in non-diabetic adults remains underreported. We describe a case of severe hypoglycemia following risperidone initiation, demonstrating diagnostic challenges and safety concerns. A 41-year-old woman with treatment-resistant schizophrenia, Asperger’s syndrome, and attention-deficit/hyperactivity…

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