Paliperidone (150mg)
Invega Sustenna 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.There is a Patient Support Program/Patient Assistance Program available in India for this medicine, being managed by DawaiWala. Please contact your prescribing doctor to know more about the same. You may also call on (1800-102-1618) for more details.
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 themCommon side effects of Invega Sustenna
1 Injection
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Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Invega Sustenna 150mg Injection is an atypical antipsychotic. It works by affecting the levels of chemical messengers (dopamine and serotonin) to improve mood, thoughts and behavior.
Related Warnings
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Invega Sustenna 150mg Injection.
Invega Sustenna 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.
Invega Sustenna 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.
Invega Sustenna 150mg Injection may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Invega Sustenna 150mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Invega Sustenna 150mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Invega Sustenna 150mg Injection is not recommended in patients with end-stage kidney disease.
Invega Sustenna 150mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Invega Sustenna 150mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Limited information is available on the use of Invega Sustenna 150mg Injection in these patients. No dose adjustment is recommended in patients with mild to moderate liver disease.
No, Invega Sustenna 150mg Injection is not a narcotic
Yes, Invega Sustenna 150mg Injection is an atypical antipsychotic
Yes, Invega Sustenna 150mg Injection is known to cause weight gain
Invega Sustenna 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
Oral Invega Sustenna 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.
