Overall, the difference between the original value of the mean (0.8) and the new value of the mean (-0.4) may be summarized by (0.8 - 1.0)*2 = -0.4. The mean of the sum of two random variables X and Y is the sum of their means: For example, suppose a casino offers one gambling game whose mean winnings are -$0.20 per play, and another game whose mean winnings are -$0.10 per play.
What is Gleevec? Gleevec (imatinib) interferes with the growth of some cancer cells. Gleevec is used to treat certain types of leukemia (blood cancer), bone marrow disorders, and skin cancer, or certain tumors of the stomach and digestive system. Gleevec may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Paliperidone, sold under the trade name Invega among others, is a dopamine antagonist and 5-HT 2A antagonist of the atypical antipsychotic class of medications. It is marketed by Janssen Pharmaceutica. Invega is an extended release formulation of paliperidone that uses the OROS extended release system to allow for once-daily dosing. Paliperidone palmitate is a long-acting injectable formulation of paliperidone palmitoyl ester indicated for once-every 28 days injection after an initial titration period. Paliperidone is used to treat mania and at lower doses as maintenance for bipolar disorder. It is also indicated in the US by the FDA for schizophrenia and schizoaffective disorder