Palimax ER 1.5
Rx- Generic:
- Paliperidone
- Company:
- ACI Limited
- Dosage form:
- Tablet
- Pack size:
- Strip (10 Tablet)
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৳ 7/unit
Pack: ৳ 70
At a glance
Paliperidone is an atypical antipsychotic used for schizophrenia and schizoaffective disorder. It blocks dopamine D2 and serotonin 5HT2A receptors to improve mood, thoughts and behavior.
Indications
- Schizophrenia (acute treatment and recurrence prevention)
- Schizoaffective disorder (monotherapy or with antidepressants/mood stabilizers)
Dosage
Adult Dose (Oral):
- Schizophrenia: 6 mg/day (initial); increase by 3 mg/day (at intervals >5 days); max 12 mg/day
- Schizoaffective disorder: 6 mg/day (initial); 3-12 mg/day; max 12 mg/day
Pediatric Dose (>51 kg): 3 mg/day (initial); 3-12 mg/day; max 12 mg/day
Pediatric Dose (<51 kg): 3 mg/day (initial); 3-6 mg/day; max 6 mg/day
Side effects
Common Side Effects:
- Tachycardia
- Akathisia
- Somnolence
- Tremor
- Dystonia
- Cogwheel rigidity
- Anxiety
- Weight increased
- Dyspepsia
- Constipation
- Nasopharyngitis
- Nystagmus
Precautions & warnings
- Do not stop suddenly (may worsen symptoms)
- Caution in CV disease, QT prolongation, NMS, tardive dyskinesia, hyperglycemia, dyslipidemia, obesity, hyperprolactinemia, leukopenia, neutropenia, agranulocytosis, seizures
- Caution while driving
- Avoid alcohol
- Monitor blood glucose regularly
⚠️ This information is for educational purposes only — not a substitute for medical advice. Consult a registered physician before taking any medicine.