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- Aripiprazole is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders such as bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, Tourette’s syndrome, and irritability associated with autistic disorder.
- It is an antipsychotic drug that works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural chemicals in the brain (neurotransmitters).
- Aripiprazole can decrease hallucinations, improve concentration, help you to think more clearly and positively about yourself, feel less nervous, and take a more active part in everyday life.
- It can also treat severe mood swings and decrease how often mood swings occur.
- Take this medication by mouth with or without food as directed by your doctor, usually once daily.
- The dosage is based on your medical condition, response to treatment, age, and other medications you may be taking.
- To reduce your risk of side effects, your doctor may direct you to start this medication at a low dose and gradually increase your dose.
- Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully.
- The manufacturer directs to swallow this medication whole.
- Do not use a household spoon to measure the liquid form of this medication.
- Do not increase your dose or use this drug more often or for longer than prescribed.
- It may take several weeks before you get the full benefit of this drug.
- Use this medication regularly to get the most benefit from it.
- Keep taking this medication even if you feel well.
- Do not stop taking this medication without consulting your doctor.
- Tell your doctor if your condition does not improve or if it worsens.
- Dizziness, lightheadedness, drowsiness, nausea, vomiting, tiredness, excess saliva/drooling, blurred vision, weight gain, constipation, headache, and trouble sleeping may occur.
- Dizziness and lightheadedness can increase the risk of falling. Get up slowly when rising from a sitting or lying position.
- Tell your doctor right away if you have any serious side effects, including fainting, mental/mood changes, trouble swallowing, restlessness, shaking (tremor), muscle spasm, mask-like expression of the face, seizures, trouble controlling certain urges, interrupted breathing during sleep.
- Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to aripiprazole or any other medicines.
- Tell your doctor about your medical history, especially if you have problems with blood flow in the brain, diabetes, heart problems, nervous system problems, obesity, low white blood cell count, swallowing problems, or breathing trouble during sleep.
- This medication may make you dizzy or drowsy or blur your vision. Do not drive, use machinery, or do anything that needs alertness or clear vision until you can do it safely.
- This medication may make you sweat less, making you more likely to get heatstroke. Avoid doing things that may cause you to overheat, such as hard work or exercise in hot weather, or using hot tubs.
- Liquid preparations of this product may contain sugar. Caution is advised if you have diabetes.
- Older adults may be more sensitive to the side effects of this drug, especially seizures, drowsiness, dizziness, lightheadedness, confusion, tardive dyskinesia, swallowing problems, and other serious (rarely fatal) side effects.
- Before having surgery, tell your doctor or dentist about all the products you use (including prescription drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products).
- During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when clearly needed.
- This medication passes into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
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| Generic name: | Aripiprazole, Aripiprazole |
|---|---|
| Formulation: | Tablet |
| Strength(s): | 2mg, 5mg, 10mg, 15mg, 20mg, 30mg |
| Quantities Available: | 28, 30, 50, 56, 60, 84, 90, 100 |
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