Paliris 1.5mg Tablet

Last Updated: December 13th, 2025

Paliris 1.5mg Tablet is a product of Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd

Composition: Paliperidone (1.5mg)

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All Details About Paliris 1.5mg Tablet

Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Paliris 1.5mg Tablet

Description:

Paliris 1.5mg Tablet is used to treat schizophrenia and mania. It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural chemicals in the brain, which improves mood, thinking, and behavior, and reduces symptoms like hallucinations or delusions.

Paliris 1.5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food. However, it is advised to take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body. Take this in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor and if you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember. This medication mustn't be stopped suddenly without talking to your doctor as it may worsen your symptoms. However, discontinue this medicine immediately if you experience Neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS), characterized by fever, muscle rigidity, and altered consciousness.

Some common side effects of this medicine include drowsiness, anxiety, increased heart rate and tremor. It also causes dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you.

You should be cautious if you are using this medicine as it may increase the risk of developing diabetes, so it is better to monitor glucose regularly. Inform your doctor if you develop any unusual changes in mood or behavior, new or worsening depression, or suicidal thoughts while taking this medicine.

Uses:

Directions For Use:

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Paliris 1.5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food.

Side Effects:

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Ordinary side effects of Paliris

Abnormal involuntary movements
Dizziness
Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
Nystagmus (involuntary eye movement)
Sleepiness
Tremors
Cogwheel rigidity
Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages)

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol

UNSAFE

Do not drink alcohol while you are taking this medicine. Paliris 1.5mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness when taken with alcohol.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

The safety of Paliris 1.5mg Tablet during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Paliris 1.5mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. It should be used only if the expected benefit outweighs the potential risk. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

UNSAFE

Paliris 1.5mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision, or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CAUTION

Paliris 1.5mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
Employ of Paliris 1.5mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with end-stage kidney disease.

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Paliris 1.5mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data suggest dose adjustment may not be needed.
Limited information is available on the use of Paliris 1.5mg Tablet in these patients. No dose adjustment is recommended in patients with mild to moderate liver disease.

FAQs:

Is paliperidone the same as risperidone?

Paliperidone gets converted to risperidone in the body and thus exerts similar actions

Is Paliris 1.5mg Tablet a narcotic?

No, Paliris 1.5mg Tablet is not a narcotic

Is Paliris 1.5mg Tablet an atypical antipsychotic?

Affirmative, Paliris 1.5mg Tablet is an atypical antipsychotic

How is Paliris 1.5mg Tablet metabolized?

Paliris 1.5mg Tablet is metabolized to its active metabolite risperidone by the CYP family of metabolizing enzymes

Does Paliris 1.5mg Tablet cause weight gain?

Affirmative, Paliris 1.5mg Tablet is known to cause weight gain

Does Paliris 1.5mg Tablet cause erectile dysfunction?

Paliris 1.5mg Tablet may cause priapism (prolonged and/or painful erection), which may contribute to erectile dysfunction. Please follow your doctor's advice regarding its use

How long does Paliris 1.5mg Tablet stay in your system?

Oral Paliris 1.5mg Tablet may take 5 days to clear off from your body/system, whereas the injection may take around 4 to 8 months to clear off from your body/system.

Written by:
Dr. Lokanish
M.B.B.S.

Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H

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