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How Long Will It Take To Cure Schizophrenia?
my son was diagnosed with paranoid schizophrenia 2 years ago he had a relapse and they put him on invega shots it has been three weeks now and no improvements seems to keep getting worse have to the psychiatrist and they say it could take time I am curious how long it will take to see results.
Wed, 28 May 2014
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Injection invega contains paliperidone and it is a long acting injection. Usually long acting injection takes 4 to 6 weeks to show response. In that case, you have to wait. Mean time, you can try some sedation like benzodiazepine that would keep her calm. Rest, you can discuss with your psychiatrist. In case, you need further help, you can ask.
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Injection invega contains paliperidone and it is a long acting injection. Usually long acting injection takes 4 to 6 weeks to show response. In that case, you have to wait. Mean time, you can try some sedation like benzodiazepine that would keep her calm. Rest, you can discuss with your psychiatrist. In case, you need further help, you can ask.
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