Prescription
Antipsychotic (Atypical / Second-generation)
Paliperidone
Last reviewed April 2026
Who is this for?
What is this drug?
Paliperidone palmitate is a long-acting mental health injection that works by balancing certain brain chemicals (especially dopamine and serotonin) to help control thoughts, mood, and behaviour in people with mental illness.
What is it used for?
Schizophrenia (a serious mental illness that causes hearing voicesconfused thinkingand seeing things that are not there)schizoaffective disorder (a condition with both psychotic symptoms and mood problems)
Prescription Required
A doctor's prescription is required to obtain this drug legally.