Schizoaffective Disorder Doctor Discussion Guide

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Schizoaffective Disorder Doctor Discussion Guide – INVEGA® (paliperidone)

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My Schizoaffective Disorder Doctor Discussion Guide

About this guide

These questions are meant to help you start a discussion with your doctor about concerns you may have during your schizoaffective disorder treatment. Your concerns will probably change over time, so the questions are divided into sections based on the point you may be at in your treatment. Not all the sections may relate to you now, but check back later for ways to ask about what’s important to you.

Instructions

Select a question by checking the box next to it. When you’ve picked all your questions, click on “Preview.” All your questions will appear on your screen in a form that you can download or print out.

My questions:

About schizoaffective disorder:

What causes schizoaffective disorder?

Does schizoaffective disorder run in families? Will my children have it too?

Did I or someone in my family do something to cause my condition?

What are the symptoms? How will my illness develop over time?

About INVEGA® (paliperidone):

What type of medication is INVEGA®?

How will INVEGA® help me?

Why did you prescribe medication for me?

Starting my schizoaffective disorder treatment:

What is the best way to take my medication?

Is there anything else I should consider when taking INVEGA®?

Is it safe to take INVEGA® with other medications?

Continuing my schizoaffective disorder treatment:

How long will I need to take INVEGA®?

Will my symptoms go away if I take INVEGA®?

Can I stop taking INVEGA® if I feel better?

What should I do if I accidentally miss a dose or run out of medicine?

What are some good ways to remember to take my medication as directed?

Will I need to take other medications in addition to INVEGA®?

Side effects of INVEGA®:

What are the possible side effects of taking INVEGA®?

Will INVEGA® affect my weight?

Will INVEGA® make me sleepy?

What should I do if I think I am having side effects?

Managing my schizoaffective disorder symptoms:

What changes can I make to help keep my symptoms under control?

How will I know if my symptoms are coming back?

What can I do if I start hearing or seeing things?

What can I do if I start having mood symptoms?

Getting schizoaffective disorder support:

What should I tell my friends, family, or coworkers about my condition?

What should I do if I have an episode?

What should my caregiver and I do if we need extra help?

How can I talk to people around me when I am not having a good day?

Living healthfully:

Should I make any changes in my diet?

Are there foods or drinks I should avoid?

Are there activities I should avoid?

Are there activities I should partake in?

What other therapies, in addition to medication, can help me?

Can you recommend any programs for patient support, resources, or advice?

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Last updated December 19, 2019

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[1] http://www.invega.com/schizoaffective-disorder-definition-terms