Uses / Indications:
Ariphrenz 5mg Tablet is used in the treatment of schizophrenia and mania.
Pregnancy interaction:
Ariphrenz 5mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.
Expert advice:
Take special precaution while taking aripiprazole if you have high blood sugar or family history of diabetes ; seizure (fits), involuntary, irregular muscle movements, especially in the face; disease of heart or its blood vessels (cardiovascular diseases). Do not use aripiprazole if you feel you have gained weight, develop unusual movements, feel excessively sleepy so much that it interferes with your daily activities, or develop difficulty in swallowing, allergic reaction. Avoid using aripiprazole if you are elderly patient and are suffering from dementia (loss of memory and other mental abilities), or if you have ever had stroke or “mini†stroke. Do not take aripiprazole if you are having any thoughts or feelings about hurting yourself (suicidal thoughts and behaviors), as these have been reported when treated with aripiprazole. Avoid using aripiprazole if you suffer from muscle stiffness or inflexibility with high fever, sweating, altered mental status, or very rapid or irregular heartbeat. Do not drive or use any tools or machines if you feel drowsy after taking aripiprazole.
Side Effects:
Headache, Fatigue, Nausea, Vomiting, Blurred vision, Sleepiness, Dyspepsia, Increased saliva production, Parkinsonism, Akathisia, Dystonia, Restlessness, Dizziness, Constipation, Tremor, Anxiety, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping).
How to use:
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. Ariphrenz 5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How it works:
Ariphrenz 5mg Tablet is an atypical antipsychotic. It works by modulating the action of certain chemical messengers in the brain that affect thoughts.
Faq for medicine:
Is Ariphrenz addictive/narcotic/controlled substances? : No, Ariphrenz is not an addictive, narcotic or controlled substances|Is Ariphrenz generic for Abilify? : Yes, Ariphrenz is generic name of Abilify, the trade name|Is Ariphrenz a Benzodiazepine/ Benzo? : No, Ariphrenz belongs to a group of medications called antipsychotic|Is Ariphrenz an antipsychotic? : Yes, it belongs to a group of medications called atypical antipsychotic.
Medicine interaction:
Ariphrenz with Clotrimazole|Ariphrenz with Posaconazole|Ariphrenz with Fluconazole|Ariphrenz with Ketoconazole|Ariphrenz with Itraconazole|Ariphrenz with Voriconazole|Ariphrenz with Terbinafine|Ariphrenz with Nalbuphine|Ariphrenz with Tramadol|Ariphrenz with Paroxetine|Ariphrenz with Erythromycin|Ariphrenz with Lorazepam|Ariphrenz with Pentazocine|Ariphrenz with Spiramycin|Ariphrenz with Chlordiazepoxide|Ariphrenz with Primidone|Ariphrenz with Nevirapine|Ariphrenz with Fosphenytoin|Ariphrenz with Oxyphenonium|Ariphrenz with Dapoxetine|Ariphrenz with Efavirenz|Ariphrenz with Azithromycin
