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Paliperidone Palmitate – Uses, Dosage, and Brands in UAE

Brand Name: INVEGA SUSTENNA
Strength: 100 mg/ml | Form: Suspension For Injection
Price in UAE: AED 1777.00
Available in UAE pharmacies

About Paliperidone Palmitate

Class: | Atypical antipsychotic Use: | Treatment of schizophrenia and schizoaffective disorder in adults Adult dose: | Initial dose of 234 mg (administered as two 117 mg injections) on day 1, followed by 156 mg (administered as one injection) on day 8; maintenance doses typically range from 39 mg to 234 mg once monthly Pediatric dose: | Safety and efficacy not established in pediatric populations; not recommended for use in children Side effects: | Common side effects include injection s

Drug Class

Atypical antipsychotic

Uses & Indications

Treatment of schizophrenia and schizoaffective disorder in adults

Storage Requirements

Store in a refrigerator (2°C to 8°C or 36°F to 46°F); do not freeze; protect from light

Manufacturer & Packaging

Manufacturer: Janssen Pharmaceutica N.V., BELGIUM

Package Size

1 ml Pre-filled Syringe + 2 Needles

Price & Supplier

Price in UAE: AED 1777.00

Dosage Information

Adult Dose

Initial dose of 234 mg (administered as two 117 mg injections) on day 1, followed by 156 mg (administered as one injection) on day 8; maintenance doses typically range from 39 mg to 234 mg once monthly

Pediatric Dose

Safety and efficacy not established in pediatric populations; not recommended for use in children

Side Effects

Common side effects include injection site reactions, weight gain, sedation, akathisia, and extrapyramidal symptoms

Contraindications & Precautions

Known hypersensitivity to paliperidone or risperidone; concurrent use of other antipsychotic medications; severe renal impairment (creatinine clearance < 10 mL/min)

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 suicidal thoughts or behaviors

Other Brands & Strengths Available in UAE

Different brands and strengths of Paliperidone Palmitate available in UAE pharmacies:

INVEGA SUSTENNA 100 mg/ml 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 INVEGA TRINZA 273 (200mg/ml) Suspension For Injection INVEGA TRINZA 410 (200mg/ml) Suspension For Injection INVEGA TRINZA 546 (200mg/ml) Suspension For Injection INVEGA TRINZA 819 (200mg/ml) Suspension For Injection TREVICTA 175 (200mg/ml) Suspension For Injection TREVICTA 263 (200mg/ml) 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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