Can urinary incontinence recover after discontinuing paliperidone prolonged-release tablets?

In general, whether urinary incontinence can resolve after discontinuation of paliperidone extended-release tablets depends on the underlying cause, severity of incontinence, and individual differences. The specific analysis is as follows:

If urinary incontinence occurs shortly after stopping the medication and is a mild, drug-related reaction without other organic urinary tract disorders, most individuals may gradually recover as the drug is metabolized and cleared from the body. This type of incontinence is often due to temporary effects of the drug on nerve function or bladder control, and normal function typically returns once the drug has been fully eliminated. Monitoring symptom changes during this recovery period is important.

If urinary incontinence is caused by pre-existing conditions such as urinary system diseases or neurological damage, or if symptoms persist or worsen after discontinuation and are not promptly addressed, recovery is more difficult. In these cases, the incontinence is not directly related to stopping the medication. Since the underlying medical condition remains untreated, symptoms may persist long-term and even affect daily life.

When experiencing urinary incontinence, it is important to keep the local area clean and dry to prevent infection. Wear loose, breathable clothing to reduce skin irritation. Adjust diet by reducing intake of spicy or irritating foods and excessive fluids to avoid increasing bladder burden. If symptoms last longer than two weeks or progressively worsen, seek medical evaluation promptly to identify the cause; targeted treatment will improve outcomes more effectively.