Uses of Ariprex

Schizophrenia
Mania

Side effects of Ariprex

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

How to use Ariprex

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. Ariprex may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Ariprex works

Ariprex is an atypical antipsychotic. It works by changing the action of certain chemical messengers in the brain that affect thoughts.

Quick Tips

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.

Safety Advice

UNSAFE – Alcohol: It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Ariprex.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Pregnancy: Ariprex 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.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Breastfeeding: Ariprex is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
UNSAFE – Driving: Ariprex may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Kidney: Ariprex is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Ariprex is recommended.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Liver: Ariprex is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Ariprex may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.