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Paliperidone – Uses, Dosage, and Brands in UAE

Brand Name: INVEGA SUSTENNA

Strength: 100 mg/1ml | Form: Suspension For Injection

Price in UAE: AED 1833.41

Available in UAE pharmacies

About Paliperidone

Class: | Atypical antipsychotic Use: | Treatment of schizophrenia and schizoaffective disorder in adults and adolescents aged 12 years and older Adult dose: | Initial dose of 234 mg (150 mg for patients on certain other antipsychotics) on day 1, followed by 156 mg on day 8, then 117 mg once monthly; maintenance doses may range from 39 mg to 234 mg monthly Pediatric dose: | For adolescents aged 12-17 years, initial dose of 234 mg on day 1, followed by 156 mg on day 8, then 117 mg once month

Drug Class

Atypical antipsychotic

Uses & Indications

Treatment of schizophrenia and schizoaffective disorder in adults and adolescents aged 12 years and older

Storage Requirements

Store at 20°C to 25°C (68°F to 77°F); protect from light; do not freeze

Manufacturer & Packaging

Manufacturer: Janssen Pharmaceutica N.V., BELGIUM

Package Size

1ml Prefilled Syringe

Price & Supplier

Price in UAE: AED 1833.41

Dosage Information

Adult Dose

Initial dose of 234 mg (150 mg for patients on certain other antipsychotics) on day 1, followed by 156 mg on day 8, then 117 mg once monthly; maintenance doses may range from 39 mg to 234 mg monthly

Pediatric Dose

For adolescents aged 12-17 years, initial dose of 234 mg on day 1, followed by 156 mg on day 8, then 117 mg once monthly; maintenance doses may range from 39 mg to 234 mg monthly

Side Effects

Common side effects include weight gain, sedation, akathisia, anxiety, insomnia, and extrapyramidal symptoms

Contraindications & Precautions

Known hypersensitivity to paliperidone or risperidone; severe renal impairment (CrCl < 10 mL/min); concurrent use of certain medications that prolong QT interval

Important Warnings

Increased risk of mortality in elderly patients with dementia-related psychosis; may cause tardive dyskinesia, metabolic syndrome, and neuroleptic malignant syndrome; monitor for signs of infection due to potential agranulocytosis

Other Brands & Strengths Available in UAE

Different brands and strengths of Paliperidone available in UAE pharmacies:

INVEGA 3 mg Sustained Release Tablets INVEGA 6 mg Sustained Release Tablets INVEGA 9 mg Sustained Release Tablets INVEGA SUSTENNA 100 mg/1ml Suspension For Injection INVEGA SUSTENNA 150 mg/1.5ml Suspension For Injection INVEGA SUSTENNA 50 mg/0.5ml Suspension For Injection INVEGA SUSTENNA 75 mg/0.75ml Suspension For Injection

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Medical Disclaimer

This information is for educational purposes only and should not replace professional medical advice. Always consult with a licensed healthcare provider or pharmacist in the UAE before taking any medication. The information presented here is specific to medicines available in UAE pharmacies and is regularly updated to ensure accuracy for patients and healthcare professionals in the United Arab Emirates.

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