Invega: Uses, indications and precautions when using

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Invega is a drug used to treat common clinical psychiatric disorders. Invega drug works to reduce abnormal mental symptoms such as hallucinations, agitation...

1. What effect does Invega have?

Invega, also known as Paliperidone, is used in the treatment of psychiatric conditions such as schizophrenia. The drug has the ability to reduce hallucinations in people with mental illness, contributing to helping patients think positively about themselves, reduce agitation and participate more in daily activities. Invega belongs to a group of atypical antipsychotics that work by restoring the balance of certain substances naturally found in the brain.
The drug is taken orally, with or without food as specified by the treating doctor, the usual dose is 1 time / day. Patients should swallow the tablet whole with liquid without crushing or chewing it, as it can release all of the drug's contents at once, increasing the chance of side effects.
In particular, should take the medicine at a certain time and regularly every day to get the most therapeutic effects. Even if the clinical symptoms have disappeared, the patient still needs to maintain taking Invega according to the schedule given by the doctor before, if he wants to stop, he must consult the treating doctor.

2. Indications for taking Invega

Invega is indicated for the treatment of a number of conditions as follows:
Bipolar disorder. Mental schizophrenia. Support treatment of depression.

3. Notes when using Invega

Side effects that may occur when taking Invega are drowsiness, dizziness, lightheadedness, drooling, stomach pain, unusual weight gain, body fatigue. These side effects may persist or get worse, at this time, it is necessary to notify the treating doctor for further treatment. With side effects of dizziness, lightheadedness, patients can improve by slowly getting up if sitting or lying down.

In addition, the drug can also increase blood sugar, which is a factor that aggravates the patient's diabetes (if any). The clinical signs that signal this condition are increased thirst, increased urination, etc. To control this condition well, diabetics should regularly check their blood glucose levels under the guidance of their treating doctor. , combined with a regular diet and exercise routine.
The drug also causes weight gain, increased blood cholesterol. If the patient has been and is having diabetes, it can cause adverse effects on the cardiovascular system, typically heart failure. Therefore, it is necessary to carefully consider the use of Invega in these cases.
Although very rarely, Invega can cause tardive dyskinesia that can progress throughout the patient's life. With manifestations such as abnormal movements, uncontrolled movements in the face, lips, mouth, mesh, upper limbs, lower extremities, etc., the patient should immediately notify the treating doctor.
Drugs that increase natural substances, typically Prolactin, make breast milk production uncontrollable or stop menstruating, making pregnancy difficult. Men may also experience decreased sexual ability.
Another rare side effect of Invega is neuroleptic malignant syndrome with signs of fever, muscle spasticity, muscle weakness, fatigue, confusion, profuse sweating, irregular heartbeat, watery dark urine...

4. Conclusion

Invega is an antipsychotic medication used to treat schizophrenia and certain other psychiatric conditions. Medicines need to be used exactly as prescribed by the doctor to increase the effectiveness of treatment and limit side effects.

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Reference source: Webmd.com