Invega 6 Mg Tablet 28 Pcs is a medication used to treat schizophrenia and schizoaffective disorder in adults; it helps relieve symptoms of psychosis.

Ingredients of Invega Tablets

Invega contains the active ingredient paliperidone, an antipsychotic that works by blocking dopamine and serotonin receptors in the brain, in addition to alpha-1 receptors.

Invega tablets uses

Invega tablets are used to treat:

• Schizophrenia in adults and adolescents aged 15 years and older.

• Schizoaffective disorder in adults.

Dosage of Invega 6 mg Tablets

• The doctor determines the appropriate dosage depending on the patient’s condition.

• Recommended dose for schizophrenia and schizoaffective disorder in adults: 6 mg once daily in the morning.

• The doctor may reduce or increase the dose depending on the patient’s response.

Side Effects of Invega Tablets

Invega may cause some side effects, such as:

• Upper respiratory tract infection

• Urinary tract infection

• Weight gain or loss

• Increased or decreased appetite

• Insomnia

• Depression

• Anxiety

• Dizziness

• Drowsiness

• Headache

• Amenorrhea in women

Contraindications

Invega tablets should not be used in cases of hypersensitivity to any of its components.

Warnings and Precautions

Caution should be exercised before using Invega tablets, especially in cases of:

• Kidney disease

• Liver disease

• Elderly patients

• History of seizures

• Prolactin-related tumors

• Diabetes

• Parkinson’s disease

• Lewy body dementia

• Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Drug Interactions

Consult your doctor or pharmacist before taking Invega tablets with any other medication, especially:

• Antipsychotics

• Anti-anxiety medications

• Parkinson’s disease medications

• Antidepressants

Storage Instructions

• Keep out of the reach of children.

• Store at a temperature not exceeding 30°C.

• Do not use the medicine after the expiry date.