Schizophrenia Articles A-Z
Invega is a prescription drug licensed for the treatment of schizophrenia. This eMedTV article offers a more in-depth look at Invega and its effects, possible side effects, and overdose symptoms. Invage is a common misspelling of Invega.
If you have schizophrenia, your doctor may prescribe Invega. This section of the eMedTV Web site explains how the prescription drug works and discusses its effects, potential side effects, and available strengths.
Invega alternatives can include other schizophrenia medications and therapy. This eMedTV Web page lists other possible alternatives to Invega for the treatment of schizophrenia and discusses the situations in which they may be considered.
It is not known whether using Invega while breastfeeding is safe for the nursing child. This eMedTV page discusses Invega and breastfeeding in more detail and explains the importance of talking with your doctor about your specific situation.
People taking Invega may be at an increased risk of developing diabetes. This part of the eMedTV Web site explores the possible link between Invega and diabetes, noting in particular why Invega may cause this serious condition.
Up to 3 percent of people taking Invega have reported dry mouth as a side effect of the drug. This article on the eMedTV Web site discusses Invega and dry mouth in more detail and offers a list of suggestions for dry mouth relief.
Invega could potentially cause problems to the fetus if it is given to pregnant women. This eMedTV article offers more information on Invega and pregnancy, and describes the problems seen in pregnant animals that were given the medication.
While a little weight gain is normal with Invega, gaining too much weight can cause health problems. This eMedTV article offers more information on Invega and weight gain, and explains what your doctor may recommend to help with any weight gain.
The recommended starting Invega dose for the treatment of schizophrenia is 6 mg once a day. This page on the eMedTV Web site provides more Invega dosage information, including dosage recommendations for people with kidney disease.
Clozapine and methadone are among the medicines that can potentially cause Invega drug interactions. This eMedTV article lists other drugs that can potentially interact with Invega and discusses the risks of taking these drugs along with Invega.
Symptoms of an Invega overdose may include drowsiness, low blood pressure, and shakiness or tremors. This eMedTV segment lists other possible symptoms and discusses the various treatment options that are available for an Invega overdose.
Common Invega side effects may include nausea, a rapid heart rate, and headaches. This section of the eMedTV library lists other common side effects of Invega, as well as side effects that you should report to your doctor (such as signs of diabetes).
Invega is used to treat adult schizophrenia. But as this part of the eMedTV archives explains, Invega is not approved to treat childhood schizophrenia, and there are currently no universally accepted "off-label" Invega uses.
Invega Warnings and Precautions
Invega can increase blood sugar levels in some people, which can increase the risk of developing diabetes. This eMedTV page offers other Invega warnings and precautions, such as the safety of taking Invega while nursing or pregnant.
If you abruptly stop taking Invega, withdrawal symptoms can potentially occur. This eMedTV article lists possible symptoms of Invega withdrawal (such as insomnia) and explains the steps your doctor may take to help limit them.
Loxitane is an antipsychotic drug that is used to treat schizophrenia. This portion of the eMedTV library offers an in-depth look at the medication, including information on its uses, possible side effects, and dosing guidelines.
Loxitane alternatives can include therapy and other medications. This eMedTV page covers these alternatives in detail, explaining when they may be required and discussing what to do if you are not seeing the desired results with the drug.
It is not known if Loxitane would have any negative effects on a breastfed infant. This eMedTV article discusses Loxitane and breastfeeding in detail, including information on what to look for if your doctor recommends the drug while you are nursing.
This page of the eMedTV library explains that dry mouth is a possible side effect of Loxitane, but there are several ways to obtain relief. This article also includes suggestions for minimizing this side effect if dry mouth with Loxitane occurs.
Loxitane is considered a pregnancy Category C medication. This page of the eMedTV Web site discusses Loxitane and pregnancy, explaining the results of animal studies on the drug and the conditions under which it may be prescribed to a pregnant woman.