Paliperidone Palm (3-Month) Syringe Side Effects by Likelihood and Severity

COMMON side effects


If experienced, these tend to have a Severe expression

  • A Feeling Of Restlessness With Inability To Sit Still
  • A Type Of Abnormal Movement Disorder Called Dyskinesia
  • A Type Of Movement Disorder Called Parkinsonism
  • Extrapyramidal Disease, A Type Of Movement Disorder
  • Fast Heartbeat

If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression

  • Abnormal Muscle Movements
  • Constipation
  • Dizziness
  • Drowsiness
  • Dry Mouth
  • Excessive Saliva Production
  • Headache
  • Indigestion
  • Low Energy
  • Muscle Tremors
  • Reactions At The Site Of The Injection
  • Throat Irritation
  • Vomiting
  • Weight Gain

INFREQUENT side effects


If experienced, these tend to have a Severe expression

  • Bundle Branch Block
  • High Blood Sugar
  • Low Blood Pressure
  • Orthostatic Hypotension, A Form Of Low Blood Pressure

If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression

  • A Common Cold
  • A High Prolactin Level
  • A Problem With Menstrual Periods
  • A Sore Throat
  • A Stuffy And Runny Nose
  • A Type Of Speech Disorder Called Dysarthria
  • Anxious Feelings
  • Backache
  • Blurred Vision
  • Breastmilk Production Not Associated With Childbirth Or Nursing
  • Cough
  • Decreased Appetite
  • Difficulty Sleeping
  • Generalized Weakness
  • Heart Throbbing Or Pounding
  • High Amount Of Triglyceride In The Blood
  • High Cholesterol
  • Hyperactive Behavior
  • Increased Hunger
  • Intense Abdominal Pain
  • Muscle Pain
  • Nausea

RARE side effects


If experienced, these tend to have a Severe expression

  • A Condition With Muscle Tissue Breakdown Called Rhabdomyolysis
  • A High Alanine Transaminase Level
  • A High Aspartate Transaminase Level
  • A Significant Type Of Allergic Reaction Called Anaphylaxis
  • A State Of Stupor And Unresponsiveness Called Catatonia
  • A Stroke
  • A Transient Ischemic Attack, A Type Of Stroke That Lasts Only A Few Minutes
  • A Type Of Allergic Reaction Called Angioedema
  • A Type Of Slowed Heart Rhythm Disorder Called Heart Block
  • Abnormal Functioning Of The Sinus Node Of The Heart
  • Abnormal Heart Electrical Signals
  • Accidental Falls
  • Atrioventricular Block, A Type Of Slow Heart Rhythm Disorder
  • Blockage Of The Stomach Or Intestine
  • Blocked Bowels With Decreased Peristaltic Movement
  • Cerebral Ischemia, A Lack Of Blood Supply To The Brain
  • Diabetes
  • Fever
  • High Blood Pressure
  • Low Levels Of A Type Of White Blood Cell Called Neutrophils
  • Low Levels Of White Blood Cells
  • Muscle Stiffness
  • Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome, A Reaction Characterized By Fever, Muscle Rigidity And Confusion
  • Opisthotonus, An Arching Body Spasm
  • Painful And Involuntary Movement Of The Eyes Called Oculogyric Crisis
  • Pneumonia Due To Accidental Inhalation Of Vomit
  • Priapism, A Prolonged Erection Of The Penis
  • Problems With Food Passing Through The Esophagus
  • Prolonged QT Interval On EKG
  • Seizures
  • Sinus Tachycardia, A Type Of Fast Heart Rate
  • Slow Heartbeat
  • Swelling Of The Tongue
  • Tardive Dyskinesia, A Disorder Characterized By Involuntary Movements Of The Face, Mouth And Tongue
  • Very Low Levels Of Granulocytes, A Type Of White Blood Cell

If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression

  • A Skin Rash
  • A Sleep Disorder
  • Absence Of Menstrual Periods
  • Agitation
  • An Inability To Completely Empty The Bladder
  • Complex Sleep Behaviors Like Eating Or Driving While Asleep
  • Confusion
  • Difficulty Swallowing
  • Enlarged Breasts
  • Fainting
  • Gas
  • Involuntary Leakage Of Urine
  • Itching
  • Joint Pain
  • Mental Status Changes
  • Muscle Spasm
  • Nervousness
  • Nosebleed
  • Numbness
  • Pain In The Muscles Or Bones
  • Poisoning Caused By Anticholinergic Medication
  • Retrograde Ejaculation
  • Sensation Of Spinning Or Whirling
  • Sleepwalking
  • Stuffy Nose
  • Trouble Breathing
  • Urinary Tract Infection
  • Visible Water Retention

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