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 Related Warnings

Is the use of Paliperidone safe for pregnant women?

Side effects of Paliperidone during pregnancy are not known because scientific research on this topic hasn't been done.

Unknown
Is the use of Paliperidone safe during breastfeeding?

There is no research available on the side effects of Paliperidone in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.

Unknown
What is the effect of Paliperidone on the Kidneys?

There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Paliperidone. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Paliperidone on the Liver?

There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Paliperidone. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Paliperidone on the Heart?

Paliperidone may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's 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?

After taking Paliperidone you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Paliperidone is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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

Yes, this Paliperidone works for mental disorders.

Yes

Paliperidone Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Paliperidone

Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Paliperidone together with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Paliperidone

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Paliperidone with alcohol will be.

Unknown