Retrospective Analysis of the Effectiveness and Tolerability of Long-Acting Paliperidone Palmitate Antipsychotic in Adolescent First-Episode Schizophrenia Patients.

Author: GačoNadija, GraovacMirjana, KaštelanAna, PetrićDaniela, RačkiValentino

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OBJECTIVE: The aim of this study was to explore the effectiveness and tolerability of long-acting paliperidone palmitate antipsychotic in adolescent first-episode schizophrenia patients while comparing the results with the oral antipsychotic risperidone. METHODS: This study is a retrospective, noni...See full text at original site
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引用元:
https://doi.org/10.1089/cap.2018.0044

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Paliperidone Palmitate: An Effective and Tolerable Option for Adolescent Schizophrenia

The [treatment of schizophrenia] in [adolescents] presents unique challenges. This research investigates the efficacy and tolerability of [long-acting paliperidone palmitate], an [antipsychotic medication], in [adolescent first-episode schizophrenia] patients. The study compared the effects of [paliperidone palmitate] with those of [oral risperidone], another [antipsychotic medication], in a retrospective analysis of clinical data.

Paliperidone Palmitate: A Promising Treatment for Adolescent Schizophrenia

The results of this study suggest that [paliperidone palmitate] may be an effective and well-tolerated treatment option for [adolescent first-episode schizophrenia]. Patients receiving [paliperidone palmitate] showed significant improvements in [symptom severity], [functional capacity], and [treatment satisfaction] compared to those receiving [risperidone]. Furthermore, they experienced fewer hospitalizations, indicating a potential advantage in terms of [treatment adherence] and [overall stability].

Dr.Camel's Conclusion

This study highlights the potential of [long-acting paliperidone palmitate] as a valuable treatment option for [adolescent first-episode schizophrenia]. Its favorable efficacy, tolerability, and impact on [treatment adherence] make it a promising alternative to [oral antipsychotics] in this population. However, it's important to emphasize that the best treatment approach should always be determined in consultation with a healthcare professional who can carefully assess individual patient needs and risks.

Date :
  1. Date Completed 2020-06-29
  2. Date Revised 2020-06-29
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

30758986

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

10.1089/cap.2018.0044

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