Invega sustenna (paliperidone palmitate) Side Effects, Uses Dosages
Side Effects for Invega sustenna (paliperidone palmitate)
INVEGA SUSTENNA (PALIPERIDONE PALMITATE): This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder). Paliperidone is an antipsychotic drug (atypical type). It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural chemicals (neurotransmitters) in the brain. This medication can decrease hallucinations and help you to think more clearly and positively about yourself, feel less agitated, and take a more active part in everyday life. (Sources: U.S. Centers for Medicare Services, FDA)
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