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Invage

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.

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 (Paliperidone) Drug Information

Invega is a prescription medication commonly used for controlling symptoms of schizophrenia. This eMedTV page offers more details on Invega (paliperidone), including how the drug works and what you should be aware of before starting treatment.

Invega 1.5 mg Tablets

The usual recommended Invega dosage for treating schizophrenia is 6 mg once daily. As this eMedTV resource explains, however, people with kidney disease may need to take 1.5 mg or 3 mg Invega tablets (as they may not tolerate higher doses).

Invega 3 mg Tablets

People with kidney disease who are being treated for schizophrenia often take 3 mg Invega tablets. This eMedTV article offers more detailed Invega dosing guidelines and explains what factors your doctor may consider when making dosage recommendations.

Invega 6 mg Tablets

Many people being treated for schizophrenia start with 6 mg Invega tablets (one tablet daily). This part of the eMedTV Web site lists the other strengths available for this medication and provides more detailed Invega dosing guidelines.

Invega 9 mg Tablets

There are four strengths available for Invega tablets; 9 mg is the highest available strength. This eMedTV resource lists other strengths of the drug and provides dosage recommendations for the treatment of schizophrenia.

Invega Alternatives

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.

Invega and Breastfeeding

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.

Invega and Diabetes

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.

Invega and Dry Mouth

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 and Pregnancy

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.

Invega and Weight Gain

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.

Invega Dangers

Invega can cause a life-threatening irregular heart rhythm (arrhythmia) called QT prolongation. This eMedTV article further explores the potential dangers of Invega and describes some of the more common side effects that have been seen with this drug.

Invega Dosage

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.

Invega Drug Information

There is a lot of information about the drug Invega that you should be aware of before starting treatment. This eMedTV resource describes the specific effects of Invega, explains when and how to take this medicine, and lists some potential side effects.

Invega Drug Information

Invega is a prescription antipsychotic medication licensed to treat schizophrenia. This page from the eMedTV Web site contains more information on this medicine, including details on how Invega works and how dosing is determined for this drug.

Invega Drug Interactions

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.

Invega for Children

As this eMedTV segment explains, doctors will usually not recommend that children take Invega, as the drug has not been studied in this age group. This article further discusses the risk of using this drug in children.

Invega for Schizophrenia

Doctors often prescribe the medication Invega to treat the symptoms of schizophrenia. This eMedTV resource talks more about treating schizophrenia with Invega and explores the specific effects of this antipsychotic medicine.

Invega Indications

Invega is a prescription antipsychotic medication approved for treating schizophrenia. This segment from the eMedTV archives discusses the indications for Invega in more detail and explains whether this medicine is approved for use in children.

Invega Oral

An oral medication, Invega is a prescription drug used for the treatment of schizophrenia. This eMedTV article explains how Invega works, describes its specific effects, and offers general information on when and how to take this medicine.

Invega Overdose

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.

Invega Risks

Invega may increase the risk of stroke in elderly people who are taking the antipsychotic for dementia. This eMedTV Web page discusses other potential risks with Invega and explains what side effects may occur with the use of this medication.

Invega Safety

Invega is an antipsychotic medication that may increase your risk for developing diabetes. This eMedTV Web page includes more safety information on Invega and lists some of the most common side effects that have been reported with this medication.

Invega Side Effects

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 Substitute

Many medications can be used as a substitute for Invega, including other atypical antipsychotics. This eMedTV Web page provides a list of other atypical antipsychotics and older, typical antipsychotics that can be used to treat schizophrenia.

Invega Tablets

Available in the form of oral tablets, Invega is a medication commonly used for treating schizophrenia. This eMedTV selection provides dosage recommendations for this medicine and offers information on when and how to take the tablets.

Invega Uses

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.

Invega Weight Change

In clinical studies, some people noticed a change in weight while taking Invega. As this eMedTV article explains, up to 9 percent of people who took Invega during these studies increased their body weight by at least 7 percent.

Invega Withdraw

If you abruptly stop taking Invega, withdrawal symptoms may occur. This eMedTV page explores potential withdrawal symptoms and explains why people may experience withdrawal from Invega. Invega withdraw is a common misspelling of Invega withdrawal.

Invega Withdrawal

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.

Invega Withdrawl

Potential symptoms of Invega withdrawal include insomnia, hallucinations, and delusions. This eMedTV article explains why withdrawal symptoms occur and how you can help limit these symptoms. Invega withdraw is a common misspelling of Invega withdrawal.

Loxitane

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

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.

Loxitane and Breastfeeding

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.

Loxitane and Dry Mouth

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 and Pregnancy

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.