Paliperidone Oral

Paliperidone Oral Warning

There may be a slightly increased risk of serious, possibly fatal side effects (e.g., stroke, heart failure) when this medication is used in elderly patients with dementia. This medication is not approved for the treatment of dementia-related behavior problems. Discuss the risks and benefits of this medication, as well as other effective and possibly safer treatments for dementia-related behavior problems, with the doctor.

Paliperidone Oral Side Effects

Drowsiness, dizziness, lightheadedness, abdominal/stomach pain, weight gain, cough, or dry mouth may occur. If any of these side effects persist or worsen, tell your doctor promptly.

To reduce the risk of dizziness and lightheadedness, get up slowly when rising from a sitting or lying position. These side effects are more likely to occur in the first few days after starting/restarting the drug or after your dose increases.

An empty tablet shell may appear in your stool. This is harmless.

Remember that your doctor has prescribed this medication because he or she has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.

Tell your doctor immediately if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur:

• fainting
• difficulty swallowing
• fast/slow/irregular heartbeat
• restlessness
• shaking (tremor)
• muscle spasms
• pain/swelling/redness of arms or legs

Seek immediate medical attention if any of these rare but very serious side effects occur:

• seizures
• weakness on one side of the body
• slurred speech
• chest pain
• confusion
• vision changes
• trouble breathing

Paliperidone may rarely cause a condition known as tardive dyskinesia. In some cases, this condition may be permanent. Tell your doctor immediately if you develop any unusual/uncontrolled movements (especially of the face, lips, mouth, tongue, arms, or legs).

This drug may infrequently cause a serious (rarely fatal) nervous system disorder (neuroleptic malignant syndrome). Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any of the following rare but very serious side effects:

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