Paliperidone Benefits & Uses

Paliperidone is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Schizophrenia

Other Benefits

Mania

Paliperidone Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group

Dosage

Paliperidone Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Paliperidone is used -

Moderate

Parkinsonism
Akathisia
Dystonia
Increased Glucose level in the blood

Mild

Headache
Sleepiness
Insomnia
Weight gain
Drowsiness
Tremor
Nausea or vomiting
Agitation
Infection
Dizziness
Dyspepsia

Paliperidone Related Warnings

Is the use of Paliperidone safe for pregnant women?

The effects of Paliperidone on pregnant women are unknown since no research has been done to ascertain it yet.

Unknown
Is the use of Paliperidone safe during breastfeeding?

In the absence of any scientific study about the side effects of Paliperidone in breastfeeding women, information on safety of Paliperidone is unavailable.

Unknown
What is the effect of Paliperidone on the Kidneys?

Paliperidone may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Paliperidone on the Liver?

The liver can be affected by Paliperidone. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Paliperidone only after medical advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Paliperidone on the Heart?

The heart can be affected by Paliperidone. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart the medicine only after medical advice.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Paliperidone with Other Drugs

Paliperidone should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Codeine

Pentazocine

Alfentanil

Moderate

Chlorpheniramine

Doxylamine

Alfuzosin

Paracetamol,Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan

Cetirizine

Paliperidone Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Paliperidone unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Dementia
Low Blood Pressure
Tardive Dyskinesia
Depression
Calcium Deficiency
Heart Disease
Neutropenia
Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Drug Allergy
Cystic Fibrosis

Frequently asked Questions about Paliperidone

Is this Paliperidone habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Paliperidone.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Paliperidone can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Paliperidone only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Yes, in many cases, taking Paliperidone can help with mental disorders.

Yes

Paliperidone Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Paliperidone

Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Paliperidone, due to a lack of research on this.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Paliperidone

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Paliperidone.

Unknown