Aripiprazole 10mg

Description

What does Aripiprazole 10mg treat?

Aripiprazole 10mg is an antipsychotic drug that is prescribed to treat certain mood and mental disorders. This may include Tourette’s disorder, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia and irritability associated with autistic disorder. It may also be prescribed to treat severe mood swings and hallucinations. Your physician may use this to treat other ailments based on their discretion.

Possible Side Effects

Aripiprazole 10mg might have some side effects but it’s not possible to anticipate them. It does not have any major side effects and the minor ones that may occur are temporary. In rare cases, there might be major side effects and immediate medical attention must be sought.

Some of the side effects could be lightheadedness, blurred vision, vomiting, tiredness, and so on. The serious side effects could be fast heartbeat, high blood pressure and so on. This is not the complete list though.

In case, there is a change in intensity of side effects or if any new side effects develop, make sure you consult your doctor.

Dosage Instructions

Follow the Aripiprazole dosage prescribed by your physician. The dosage could vary based on individual patient requirements. Always follow your physician’s instructions or go by the directions on the prescription drug label. Take this with a full glass of water. This drug is not recommended while pregnant or nursing.

Missed a dose?

Take it immediately once you remember. In case, this time falls close to the next dosage, skip it and get back to the prescribed schedule. Never take a double dose unless your physician specifically directs you to do so.

Overdosed?

Don’t waste any time and seek immediate medical attention. Overdose symptoms that you could encounter include vomiting, confusion, drowsiness, tremors, seizure and agitation.

Drug Interactions

Drug interactions must be considered before starting to take any kind of drug. Drug interactions might happen either when Aripiprazole is taken along with another drug or with particular foods. To prevent any kind of negative interaction, make sure you inform your doctor of any drugs you are taking including non-prescription medication, OTCs, health supplements like vitamins, minerals, herbal medicine, drinks with caffeine and alcohol, illegal drugs, smoking habits and so on which may increase or interfere with the effect of Aripiprazole.

It may interact with:

• Amitriptyline
• Bromocriptine
• Bupropion
• Carbamazepine

It may also interact with sleeping pills, depression medicines, cold medicines or narcotic medicines. This is not an exhaustive list though.

Appraise your doctor of any medical conditions that you are suffering from and your family history of medical ailments. Let your doctor know if you are pregnant or nursing. It’s important that you do not stop or start taking any medicine without the consent of your physician.

What to ask your doctor before you start on Aripiprazole 10mg tablet?

• Can I take Aripiprazole along with other drugs? 
• Are there certain foods, beverages and products to be avoided while on Aripiprazole? 
• What is the dosage of Aripiprazole to be consumed? 
• How should I use Aripiprazole? 
• How will Aripiprazole work on my body? 
• How can the drug interactions and side effects of Aripiprazole be minimized or completely avoided?

Disclaimer

The health and medical information that we have provided are meant to supplement and not substitute the advice of your physician, pharmacists or other health care professionals. This does not suggest that usage of Aripiprazole is safe, appropriate or effective for you. Always ensure that you take this or any other drug only after consulting your physician.