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Ariprex 10

Rx
Generic:
Aripiprazole
Dosage form:
Tablet
Pack size:
Strip (5 Tablet)

৳ 5/unit

Pack: ৳ 25

At a glance

Aripiprazole — brands, prices, indication, dosage and side effects available in Bangladesh.

Description

Aripiprazole is an antipsychotic medicine. It is used in the treatment of schizophrenia (a mental disorder that can result in hallucinations or delusions and also adversely affects a person’s ability to think and behave) and mania. It can also be used to treat depression and bipolar disorders. Aripiprazole may be taken with or without food, preferably in the morning. However, it is advised to take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body. The dose and how often you need it will be decided by your doctor so that you get the right amount to control your symptoms. It may be increased gradually. It may take a few weeks before you start to feel better. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. It is important that this medication is not stopped suddenly without talking to your doctor as this can worsen your symptoms. Some common side effects of this medicine include headache, fatigue, nausea, vomiting and blurred vision. It also causes dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Please consult your doctor if these side effects do not resolve or worsen. This medicine may increase your blood sugar and cholesterol levels. However, modifying your lifestyle by having a healthy diet and exercising regularly can reduce this side effect. your doctor will monitor your blood sugar and cholesterol levels periodically while you are taking this medication. Inform your doctor if you develop any unusual changes in mood or behavior, new or worsening depression, or suicidal thoughts while taking this medicine. Before taking the medicine you should tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding. You should avoid drinking alcohol as it may increase some side effects. Aripiprazole is an atypical antipsychotic. It works by changing the action of certain chemical messengers in the brain that affect thoughts.

Indications

• Schizophrenia • Mania

Mechanism of action

May be taken with or without food.

Dosage

Adult Dose: Patients with known CV diseases (e.g. history of MI, IHD, CCF or conduction abnormalities), cerebrovascular diseases or conditions which would predispose patients to hypotension; Alzheimer's disease and dementia. Caution when operating hazardous machinery, including automobiles when taking aripiprazole. Pregnancy. Lactation: Excreted in human breast milk; a decision should be made whether to discontinue nursing or to discontinue the drug, taking into account the importance of the drug to the mother Renal Dose: Aripiprazole acts as a partial agonist at D2 and 5-HT1A receptors and as an antagonist at 5-HT2A receptors.

Administration

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Aripiprazole may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Side effects

Common: • Akathisia (inability to stay still) • Anxiety • Blurred vision • Constipation • Dizziness • Fatigue • Headache • Increased saliva production • Indigestion • Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping) • Nausea • Parkinsonism • Restlessness • Sleepiness • Tremor • Vomiting

Precautions & warnings

[UNSAFE] Aripiprazole may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur. You have been prescribed Arip MT 5 Tablet for relieving psychotic symptoms and manic episodes. It may take 4 to 6 weeks to see full effects on thoughts and mood. Keep taking it as prescribed. Your doctor may advise you to take it in the morning if you experience any difficulty in sleeping. It may increase your blood sugar and cholesterol. Eat healthy, exercise regularly and monitor your blood sugar and cholesterol levels regularly. Arip MT 5 Tablet may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Don't drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you. Avoid consuming alcohol when taking the Arip MT 5 Tablet as it may cause excessive drowsiness. Talk to your doctor if you notice sudden mood changes, unusual movements or develop suicidal thoughts.

Contraindications

Schizophrenia 13-17 years: 2 mg/day PO initially; increased to 5 mg/day after 2 days; increased to recommended dosage of 10 mg/day after additional 2 days; may subsequently be increased by 5 mg/day; maintenance: 10-30 mg/day Bipolar Mania Acute manic or mixed episodes, either as monotherapy or as adjunct to lithium or valproate 10-17 years: 2 mg/day PO initially; increased to 5 mg/day after 2 days; increased to recommended dosage of 10 mg/day after additional 2 days; may subsequently be increased by 5 mg/day; maintenance: 10-30 mg/day Autism Irritability associated with autistic disorder 1 week to target dosage of 5 mg/day; may gradually be further increased PRN to 10 mg/day or higher; not to exceed 15 mg/day Tourette Disorder 6-18 years (<50 kg) Initiate at 2 mg/day PO with a target dose of 5 mg/day after 2 days The dose can be increased to 10 mg/day in patients who do not achieve optimal control of tics Dosage adjustments should occur gradually at intervals of no less than 1 week 6-18 years (?50 kg) Initiate at 2 mg/day PO for 2 days, and then increase to 5 mg/day for 5 days, with a target dose of 10 mg/day on day 8 The dose can be increased up to 20 mg/day for patients who do not achieve optimal control of tics Dosage adjustments should occur gradually in increments of 5 mg/day at intervals of no less than 1 week

Drug interactions

Hypersensitivity. Lactation. Children <18 yr.

Food interactions

[UNSAFE] It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Aripiprazole.

Use in pregnancy

[CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR] Aripiprazole may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Use in lactation

[CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR] Aripiprazole is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Renal / hepatic impairment

[SAFE IF PRESCRIBED] Aripiprazole is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Aripiprazole is recommended. [SAFE IF PRESCRIBED] Aripiprazole is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Aripiprazole may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Common questions

I am taking amazeo od 400 mg and arip mt 10 mg .is this medicine common for all mental problems No, both are antipsychotic medicines, usually given for psychosis, pathological anxiety or for augmentation of antidepressants I have a reading of 120 in fasting. I am weighing 90 kgs and is 177 cms in height. What should be my ideal diet chart and exercises ? Reduce wt your ideal wtRegulsr aerobic 30 mt exercises Under tongue ulcer from 1 mt apply soregel & becosule taken It needs urgent examination visit ent specialist near you for proper examination as soon as possible I have sleep disorder from last 8 years. During the sleep dreams comes. I took quatan 25mg and nexito forte approx 5 years.After changing the doctor i have been prescribed mirtaz 7.5mg ,nexito 10 and 0.5 lonazep fir 2 years. After that i took sertraline 50mg ,lonazep 0.5mg then 100 mg sertraline ,lonazep 0.5mg then mirnite 15mg then 100 mg sertraline ,lonazep 0.5mg and arip mt-5 . I am getting a solutions for sleep disorder. You are requested to review and advise me. Sleep problems are often caused by underlying physical and/ or psychological cause. This requires examination of the patient so that proper treatment can be initiated. Often stress/ anxiety/ depression or mood disorder needs to be dealt with and sleeping pills are not adequate treatment. Please go through the link below - http://drjyotikapoor.com/2015/01/26/sleep-disorders/ mt child has tb shows in his report i want suggestion please please share the reports and more details How to use misoprost and mt pill for miscarriage one month pregnancy Abortion pills can&#x27;t be prescribed online.please consult a gynecologist. I was using nexito 20 mg , Arip 5 MT, and parkins during my medication course for depression started from lower dose. I was told to take the medication for 2 years from Dec 2015. But as I felt OK I stopped the medication in sep 2016. But as of now I feel little deviated from mind, thinking all time and can&#x27;t get sleep. Is it OK to continue the medication as i discontinued for last 3 months Based on your clinical history, your doctor plans the type of medicine and it&#x27;s dose and duration. For first episode of anxiety/ depression/ panic, the usual maintenance phase is 6 months of asymptomatic period, after which medicines can be gradually tapered. But treatment may need to continue longer depending on severity and frequency of episodes. To take any decision to change medication or stop them, several factors have to be taken in account for which regular follow up with your psychiatrist is important. For second opinion, seek a proper consultation with another psychiatrist and take along your previous prescriptions. Whit discharge ofter mt pil kit discharge is continue in last 8 month It is due to infection

⚠️ This information is for educational purposes only — not a substitute for medical advice. Consult a registered physician before taking any medicine.