Palip XR 1.5mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Salt Composition
Paliperidone (1.5mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Palip XR 1.5mg Tablet is used in the treatment of schizophrenia and mania.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Palip XR 1.5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food. However, it is advised to take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body. Take this in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor and if you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember. This medication mustn't be stopped suddenly without talking to your doctor as it may worsen your symptoms. However, discontinue this medicine immediately if you experience Neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS) characterized by fever, muscle rigidity, and altered consciousness.
Directions for Use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Palip XR 1.5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How it works
Palip XR 1.5mg Tablet is an atypical antipsychotic. It works by affecting the levels of chemical messengers (dopamine and serotonin) to improve mood, thoughts, and behavior.
Quick Tips
Take it in the morning preferably at the same time every day To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Palip XR 1.5mg Tablet can cause dizziness and sleepiness It may cause an increase in weight, blood sugar, cholesterol, and triglycerides (fat). Eat healthy, exercise, and monitor your levels regularly Monitor your blood sugar regularly as Palip XR 1.5mg Tablet can affect blood sugar levels Do not stop taking Palip XR 1.5mg Tablet without talking to your doctor first as it may cause a worsening of symptoms
Frequently asked questions
Is Palivizumab Injection a controlled substance?
No, Palivizumab (the active ingredient in Palip XR 1.5mg Tablet) is not classified as a narcotic or controlled substance. However, the correct name of the medication is Palivizumab, not Palip XR.
Is Palivizumab an antipsychotic?
No, Palivizumab is actually an atypical antipsychotic is incorrect. It is a monoclonal antibody used in the prevention of serious respiratory syncytial virus infection in high-risk infants. The correct classification for Palip XR 1.5mg Tablet (Palivizumab) would be that it's not an antipsychotic medication.
Does Palivizumab cause weight gain?
No information is available regarding weight gain with Palivizumab
Does Palivizumab affect sexual function?
Palivizumab may cause priapism, which could potentially lead to erectile dysfunction. However, this side effect is not very common.
How long does Palivizumab stay in your system?
The duration of action for Palivizumab can vary depending on the administration route and method. It typically remains active in the body for several days following an injection. Oral forms are not typically used, so the information about 5 days to clear off from the oral form might be misleading.
