Drug reference
paliperidone
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Drug class
Central Nervous System (Anti Psychotic (atypical))
Mechanism of action
Mechanism of action of paliperidone is unclear, However, its efficacy in the treatment of schizophrenia could be mediated through a combination of central dopamine D2 and serotonin 5HT2A receptor antagonism
Common side effects
- Upper respiratory tract infection
- Injection site reactions
- Extrapyramidal symptoms
- Somnolence
- Akathisia
- Tachycardia
Known interactions (4)
- amisulpride + paliperidone Major
- cabergoline + paliperidone Major
- dopamine + paliperidone Moderate
- goserelin + paliperidone Moderate
Related conditions
Frequently asked questions
What drug class is paliperidone?
paliperidone belongs to: Central Nervous System.
How does paliperidone work?
Mechanism of action of paliperidone is unclear, However, its efficacy in the treatment of schizophrenia could be mediated through a combination of central dopamine D2 and serotonin 5HT2A receptor antagonism
What are the common side effects of paliperidone?
Upper respiratory tract infection, Injection site reactions, Extrapyramidal symptoms, Somnolence, Akathisia, Tachycardia
Which drugs interact with paliperidone?
amisulpride, cabergoline, dopamine, goserelin
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