Paliperidone

Uses

Paliperidone is used in the treatment of schizophrenia and mania.

How it Works

How Paliperidone works Paliperidone is an atypical antipsychotic that functions by influencing the levels of chemical messengers, specifically dopamine and serotonin, to enhance mood, thoughts, and behavior.

Side Effects

Common side effects of Paliperidone include abnormal involuntary movements, dizziness, injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness), nystagmus (involuntary eye movement), sleepiness, and tremors.

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