Paliris LA 150mg Injection
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Product introduction
Paliris LA 150mg Injection is used in the treatment of schizophrenia (a mental disorder that can result in hallucinations or delusions and also adversely affects a person’s ability to think and behave) and mania.
Paliris LA 150mg Injection is given under the supervision of a healthcare professional. However, it is advised to take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body. This medication should not be stopped suddenly without talking to your doctor as it may worsen your symptoms. However, discontinue this medicine immediately if you experience Neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS), characterized by fever, muscle rigidity, and altered consciousness.
Some common side effects of this medicine include injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness), nystagmus (involuntary eye movement), and tremor. It also causes dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you.
You should be cautious if you are using this medicine as it may increase the risk of developing diabetes, so it is better to monitor glucose regularly. Inform your doctor if you develop any unusual changes in mood or behavior, new or worsening depression, or suicidal thoughts while taking this medicine.
Paliris LA 150mg Injection is given under the supervision of a healthcare professional. However, it is advised to take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body. This medication should not be stopped suddenly without talking to your doctor as it may worsen your symptoms. However, discontinue this medicine immediately if you experience Neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS), characterized by fever, muscle rigidity, and altered consciousness.
Some common side effects of this medicine include injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness), nystagmus (involuntary eye movement), and tremor. It also causes dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you.
You should be cautious if you are using this medicine as it may increase the risk of developing diabetes, so it is better to monitor glucose regularly. Inform your doctor if you develop any unusual changes in mood or behavior, new or worsening depression, or suicidal thoughts while taking this medicine.
Uses of Paliris Injection
Benefits of Paliris Injection
In Schizophrenia
Schizophrenia is a mental disorder in which a person’s thinking ability, feelings and behavior become abnormal. Paliris LA 150mg Injection helps restore the chemical imbalances in the brain that are responsible for such changes. It improves thoughts, behavior and enhances the quality of life.
In Mania
Mania means extremely excited or elevated mood. Paliris LA 150mg Injection helps calm the mood and relax the nerves. This stabilises the mood and prevents the symptoms of mania from recurring again. Taking Paliris LA 150mg Injection will ensure that you have a better social life and are able to do daily activities more comfortably.
Side effects of Paliris Injection
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Paliris
- Abnormal involuntary movements
- Dizziness
- Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
- Nystagmus (involuntary eye movement)
- Sleepiness
- Tremors
How to use Paliris Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How Paliris Injection works
Paliris LA 150mg Injection is an atypical antipsychotic. It works by affecting the levels of chemical messengers (dopamine and serotonin) to improve mood, thoughts and behavior.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Paliris LA 150mg Injection.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Paliris LA 150mg Injection may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Paliris LA 150mg Injection is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Paliris LA 150mg Injection may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Paliris LA 150mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Paliris LA 150mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Paliris LA 150mg Injection is not recommended in patients with end-stage kidney disease.
Use of Paliris LA 150mg Injection is not recommended in patients with end-stage kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION
Paliris LA 150mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Paliris LA 150mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Limited information is available on the use of Paliris LA 150mg Injection in these patients. No dose adjustment is recommended in patients with mild to moderate liver disease.
Limited information is available on the use of Paliris LA 150mg Injection in these patients. No dose adjustment is recommended in patients with mild to moderate liver disease.
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Quick tips
- Paliris LA 150mg Injection is given as an injection into muscle by a doctor only.
- To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
- Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Paliris LA 150mg Injection can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
- It may cause an increase in weight, blood sugar, cholesterol, and triglycerides (fat). Eat healthy, exercise, and monitor your levels regularly.
- Monitor your blood sugar regularly as Paliris LA 150mg Injection can affect blood sugar levels.
- Do not stop taking Paliris LA 150mg Injection without talking to your doctor first as it may cause a worsening of symptoms.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Benzisoxazole Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
NEURO CNS
Action Class
Atypical Antipsychotics
Interaction with drugs
Taking Paliris with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Concomitant use may affect heart rhythm and may be fatal.
Do not consume Haloperidol with Paliperidone.
Concomitant use may affect heart rhythm and may be fatal.
Do not consume Iloperidone with Paliperidone.
Concomitant use may affect heart rhythm and may be fatal.
Do not consume Amiodarone with Paliperidone.
Concomitant use may affect heart rhythm and may be fatal.
Do not consume Escitalopram Oxalate with Paliperidone.
Concomitant use may affect heart rhythm and may be fatal.
Do not consume Ondansetron with Paliperidone.
Patient concerns
FAQs
Is Paliris LA 150mg Injection a narcotic?
No, Paliris LA 150mg Injection is not a narcotic
Is Paliris LA 150mg Injection an atypical antipsychotic?
Yes, Paliris LA 150mg Injection is an atypical antipsychotic
Does Paliris LA 150mg Injection cause weight gain?
Yes, Paliris LA 150mg Injection is known to cause weight gain
Does Paliris LA 150mg Injection cause erectile dysfunction?
Paliris LA 150mg Injection may cause priapism (prolonged and/or painful erection), which may contribute to erectile dysfunction. Please follow your doctor's advice regarding its use
How long does Paliris LA 150mg Injection stay in your system?
Oral Paliris LA 150mg Injection may take 5 days to clear off from your body/system, whereas the injection may take around 4 to 8 months to clear off from your body/system.
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- Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 1047-48.
- Drugs and Lactation Database (LactMed) [Internet]. Bethesda (MD): National Library of Medicine (US); 2006. Paliperidone. [Updated 2018 Oct 31]. [Accessed 20 Feb. 2020] (online) Available from:
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Name: Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
Address: Plot no 107/108,Namli block , Ranipool, East Sikkim 737135
Country of origin: India
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