About palperidone palmitate
Long-acting atypical antipsychotic
Used for
- Maintenance treatment of schizophrenia in adults already stabilised on monthly paliperidone injections.
Usual adult dose
Given by a healthcare professional into the upper arm every three months, using a dose based on the previous monthly treatment.
Common side effects
- Injection-site reactions
- Weight gain
- Headache
- Insomnia or sleepiness
Important warnings
- Not for starting treatment or treating sudden worsening symptoms.
- May cause movement problems, raised prolactin, high blood sugar, or weight gain.
- Can cause dizziness on standing and rarely abnormal heart rhythms.
- Use caution with kidney problems; not recommended in moderate or severe impairment.
Pregnancy
Use only when clearly needed; exposure near delivery may cause newborn movement or feeding problems.
Breastfeeding
Paliperidone passes into breast milk; effects on the infant are possible.
Interactions
- Other medicines that prolong the QT interval may increase heart-rhythm risk.
- Carbamazepine can reduce paliperidone levels.
- Sedatives and alcohol may increase drowsiness.
- Levodopa and dopamine agonists may have reduced effects.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.