Manufacturer: Janssen Pharmaceuticals
Salt Composition : 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.
Paliperidone Palmitate is a long-acting intramuscular atypical antipsychotic drug indicated for the acute maintenance treatment of schizophrenia in adults. Its mechanism of action, like all other atypical agents, is attributed to the antagonism of brain dopamine D2 and serotonin 5-HT2A receptors.
Paliperidone, the active, 9-hydroxy metabolite of the atypical atipsychotic, risperidone, exhibits antagonism at both dopamine type 2 and serotonin 2A receptors. Being more hydrophilic than the parent, paliperidone has a different pharmacokinetic profile and is predominantly eliminated unchanged via the renal route.
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 them
Common side effects of Invega Sustenna
Abnormal involuntary movements
Dizziness
Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
Nystagmus (involuntary eye movement)
Sleepiness
Tremors
breast cancer.
diabetes.
a high prolactin level.
excessive fat in the blood.
low amount of magnesium in the blood.
dehydration.
low amount of potassium in the blood.
overweight.
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.
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Invega Sustenna 150mg Injection.
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.
(paliperidone palmitate) is indicated for the treatment of: Schizophrenia [see Clinical Studies (14.1)]. Schizoaffective disorder as monotherapy and as an adjunct to mood stabilizers or antidepressants [see Clinical Studies (14.2)]. Each injection must be administered only by a healthcare professional.
A product that may interact with this drug is: metoclopramide. Many drugs besides paliperidone may affect the heart rhythm (QT prolongation), including amiodarone, chlorpromazine, moxifloxacin, quinidine, sotalol, procainamide, thioridazine, among others.
Kindly do not self administer.
Store below 30°C
Invega Sustenna 150mg Injection is given as an injection into muscle by a doctor only.
To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Invega Sustenna 150mg Injection can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
It may cause an increase in weight, blood sugar, cholesterol, and triglycerides (fat). Eat healthy, exercise, and monitor your levels regularly.
Monitor your blood sugar regularly as Invega Sustenna 150mg Injection can affect blood sugar levels.
Do not stop taking Invega Sustenna 150mg Injection without talking to your doctor first as it may cause a worsening of symptoms.
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Q. Is Invega Sustenna 150mg Injection a narcotic?
No, Invega Sustenna 150mg Injection is not a narcotic
Q. Is Invega Sustenna 150mg Injection an atypical antipsychotic?
Yes, Invega Sustenna 150mg Injection is an atypical antipsychotic
Q. Does Invega Sustenna 150mg Injection cause weight gain?
Yes, Invega Sustenna 150mg Injection is known to cause weight gain
Q. Does Invega Sustenna 150mg Injection cause erectile dysfunction?
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
