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Can I take Invega to treat my schizophrenia?
Query: Hello doctor,I have been recently diagnosed with schizophrenia, and it has been challenging. Can you tell me more about the symptoms of schizophrenia? I have heard about a medication called Invega for schizophrenia. How does Invega work in treating schizophrenia, and what benefits can I expect? Are ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through your query. Schizophrenia is a chronic psychiatric illness. The patient may hear voices when alone, be suspicious that someone can harm or kill (delusions), and exhibit abnormal behavior like sudden laughing or crying or eating at inappropriate time... Read Full »
My brother has schizophrenia and behaves strangely. Please help.
Query: Hi doctor,My 25-year-old brother was given Invega 12 mg for schizophrenia. Could you provide information on its effectiveness in managing his condition? What are the common side effects associated with Invega that he might experience during his treatment? He behaves strangely, and we are not able to... Read Full »
Answer: Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern.Invega (Paliperidone) long-acting injectables are a good option to control schizophrenia. Initially, he can see side effects like tremors, salivation, stiffness, etc. After at least two to three injections administered only you can see results.... Read Full »
I took Invega, it caused erectile dysfunction. Will my body return to their previous state?
Query: Hello doctor, I took Invega for one week. It changed my nervous system and caused erectile dysfunction. My question is, will my body return to their previous state? My movement is not as fluid, and I still have mild erectile dysfunction. Has Paliperidone caused permanent damage to my nervous system? Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I agree with you on the fact that this drug can lead to erectile dysfunction as a known adverse effect. On the other hand, this adverse effect is not permanent, and it is reversible after stopping the drug. So, I do not think that it has lead to any permanent damage. ... Read Full »
Can I take Dopamine agonist after stopping Paliperidone for schizophrenia?
Query: Hello doctor, Ropinirole to boost dopamine after Paliperidone treatment for schizophrenia? I am a 46-year-old male. I have been in hospital a couple of times recently, in their judgment I was quite unwell (paranoid about spooks after certain events), diagnosed with schizophrenia (though I am not sur... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Taking Dopamine agonist to restore dopamine level in the brain after giving antipsychotics for schizophrenia is not a suitable choice because of relapse of psychotic symptoms or exacerbation of symptoms not only psychotic symptoms but mood symptoms, these side effects... Read Full »