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A 23-year-old male asked:

Why would one choose invega (paliperidone) over risperdal? what are the major differences?

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Dr. Alan Alianswered

Psychiatry 34 years experience

Invega (paliperidone): It is long-acting risperdal, once daily dosing.

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