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Name/scientific name |
PALIPERIDONE
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Self-financed or subsidized by the Hospital Authority |
Hospital Authority Drug Formulary
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Indications |
schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder
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body system |
Central Nervous System
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Medications for Psychiatric and Related Disorders
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Paliperidone is a drug used to treat schizophrenia. It reduces psychiatric symptoms by affecting dopamine and serotonin receptors in the brain. Paliperidone can reduce symptoms such as auditory hallucinations, delusions, and disorganized thinking. In Hong Kong, this drug may be used to manage acute and chronic symptoms of schizophrenia. When taking Paliperidone, you should use it accurately according to your doctor's instructions and do not change the dosage yourself. Possible side effects include headache, constipation, drowsiness, and weight gain. You should avoid drinking alcohol and driving motor vehicles while taking Paliperidone. If serious side effects or allergic reactions occur, seek medical attention immediately. Ask your doctor for more information about Paliperidone.
Instructions for use: Please take the medication orally at a fixed time every day, with food or on an empty stomach. Do not use with grapefruit or alcohol. While taking this product, avoid activities that require a high level of alertness, such as driving or operating machinery.
Dosage Guidelines: For adult patients, the initial dose is 6 mg per day, which can be adjusted to 3 to 12 mg per day depending on the condition. For adolescent patients aged 12 to 17 years, the initial dose is 3 mg per day, which can be adjusted to 1.5 to 6 mg per day. For pediatric patients 6 to 11 years of age, the initial dose is 1.5 mg per day, which can be adjusted to 0.75 to 3 mg per day. Please use the medicine strictly according to the doctor's instructions and do not adjust the dosage by yourself.
Paliperidone is a drug used to treat schizophrenia. Some common side effects include dry throat, dizziness, nausea, constipation and weight gain. Some patients may experience muscle stiffness, tremors, drowsiness or insomnia. In addition, side effects such as rapid heartbeat, increased blood pressure, or sexual dysfunction may also occur. If you experience serious side effects, such as severe muscle stiffness, abnormal heartbeat, or severe movement disorders, you should consult your doctor immediately. Remember, if you have any discomfort while taking the medicine, you should talk to your doctor.
Drug name: PALIPERIDONE
Contraindications:
1. It is prohibited for those who are sensitive or allergic to Paliperidone or other similar antipsychotic drugs.
2. Patients with cardiovascular diseases, such as heart failure and arrhythmia, should avoid using Paliperidone.
3. Pregnant women should use Paliperidone with caution, especially in the third month of pregnancy and during lactation, and should be used under the guidance of a physician.
4. Patients with severe liver function impairment should avoid using Paliperidone.
5. Patients with epilepsy should use Paliperidone with caution as it may aggravate epilepsy symptoms.
6. Users of alcohol or other central nervous system depressant substances should avoid concurrent use of Paliperidone, as it may increase the risk of drowsiness and respiratory depression.
The above are contraindications for Paliperidone. Please consult your doctor before use. Do not use the drug by yourself.
PALIPERIDONE
Application notes: This drug is often used to treat schizophrenia. Please use it strictly according to your doctor's instructions. Do not adjust the dosage or stop using it on your own. Regular medical examinations should be performed during use to ensure efficacy and safety. If any adverse reactions occur, inform your doctor immediately.
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The drug Paliperidone should be used with caution during pregnancy. Paliperidone crosses the placenta and affects fetal development. If you are pregnant or have the possibility of becoming pregnant, you should talk to your doctor about drug risks and benefits. Your doctor may recommend stopping Paliperidone or adjusting your dose.
Taking Paliperidone during pregnancy may increase the risk of birth defects in your newborn. Stopping taking Paliperidone may cause mood and psychiatric problems to return. When deciding whether to continue using Paliperidone, the risks and benefits should be weighed.
If you need to use Paliperidone during pregnancy, regular medication monitoring and guidance from your doctor are necessary. Your doctor may need to adjust your treatment plan to reduce potential risks to your fetus.
In summary, if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant, you should use Paliperidone under the supervision of a professional doctor and adjust your treatment plan according to your doctor's recommendations.
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