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The Effectiveness Of Paliperidone For Adolescents With Atypical Presentation Of Bipolar Disorder In Manic Phase: A Case Report

Author(s):
Norzila Zakaria*, Mohd Jamil Yaacob*, Van Rostenberghe Hans**

Institution(s):
*Department of Psychiatry, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Health Campus, 16150 Kubang Kerian, Kelantan, Malaysia ** Department of Paediatrics, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Health Campus, 16150 Kubang Kerian, Kelantan, Malaysia

Abstract:
Objective:
To report the use of Paliperidone in an adolescent with bipolar disorder primarily concerning its effectiveness and safety.

Methods:
We present a case report of an adolescent with atypical presentation of bipolar disorder. The problem was complicated by poor liver function and poor compliance. Progress of the patient was recorded.

Results:
The patient showed dramatic improvement after 2 weeks on Paliperidone and has achieved the best level of functioning after almost 4 years on other treatment.

Conclusion:
The usage of Paliperidone was effective and safe in an adolescent with atypical bipolar disorder.

Keywords: Paliperidone, atypical bipolar disorder, adolescent

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