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Generic: paliperidone injection
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What should I watch for while using this medicine?

Your condition will be monitored carefully while you are receiving this medicine. It may be several weeks before you see the full effects. Do not stop this medicine except on the advice of your doctor or health care professional.

You may get drowsy or dizzy. Do not drive, use machinery, or do anything that needs mental alertness until you know how this medicine affects you. Do not stand or sit up quickly, especially if you are an older patient. This reduces the risk of dizzy or fainting spells. Alcohol may interfere with the effect of this medicine. Avoid alcoholic drinks.

Avoid extreme heat. This medicine can cause you to sweat less than normal. Your body temperature could increase to dangerous levels, which may lead to heat stroke.

What side effects may I notice from receiving this medicine?

Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible:
  • allergic reactions like skin rash, itching or hives, swelling of the face, lips, or tongue
  • change in blood sugar
  • changes in vision
  • confusion
  • dark urine
  • fast or irregular heartbeat
  • feeling faint or lightheaded, falls
  • fever or chills, sore throat
  • increased thirst or hunger
  • inner restlessness, unable to keep still
  • muscle pain, stiffness
  • redness or swelling at the injection site
  • trouble passing urine or change in the amount of urine
  • unusual decrease in sweating
  • unusual movements, spasms, tremor

Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your doctor or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome):

This list may not describe all possible side effects. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1- 800- FDA- 1088.

               
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