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Is invega (paliperidone) the same as risperdal?
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MED QUESTION: Risperdal (risperidone) and Invega (paliperidone) are powerful second-generation antipsychotics approved for the treatment of schizophrenia in adults and adolescents. Risperdal is also approved to treat bipolar disorder in adults and adolescents, and autism spectrum disorders in children and adolescents.
Answered 2/26/2016
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Medications: Invega (paliperidone) is also a second generation neuroleptic but they are different drugs. Risperdal also comes in injectable form called “risperdal consta”. Invega (paliperidone) is approved for treatment of schizophrenia. Risperdal is approved for schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and irritability associated with ADHD.
Answered 2/26/2016
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