Arifine 10mg Tablets
Arifine 10 MG Description
Arifine tablet is a prescription medicine used to treat disorders like Schizophrenia, Tourette syndrome, depression, mania, etc. These are psychiatric conditions that affect a person's ability to thi
nk, feel and behave as normal. Stabilising the symptoms of psychotic disorders like irritability, anxiety, and other behaviour patterns is among the primary uses of Arifine tablets. It can be recommended for adults and children in some conditions. The Arifine tablet has Aripiprazole as the single active ingredient. It belongs to a class of atypical antipsychotic medicines. The mode of action of Arifine tablets works by stabilising the levels of certain chemical messengers in the brain. These chemical substances help stabilise the mood and lower the overactivity of the nerve cells in the brain. The patient should take Arifine medicine in the exact dose and duration prescribed by the doctor. The doctor should be informed if the patient has a history of heart diseases, kidney and liver problems, seizures, etc. This medicine is not recommended in some conditions. Arifine medicine should not be stopped suddenly as it can cause withdrawal symptoms like irritation, vomiting, sweating, etc. It is not a habit-forming medicine and does not cause dependency.
Product Summary
Offer Price | ₹94.00 |
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Contains | Aripiprazole(10.0 Mg) |
Uses | Schizophrenia, Tourette syndrome, Mania, Major depressive disorder, Irritability in autistic children |
Side effects | Indigestion, Headache, Tremors, Anxiety, Vomiting, Difficulty sleeping |
Therapy | ANTI-PSYCHOTICS |
Uses of Arifine 10 MG
- As per USFDA, Arifine Tablet is used for the following conditions:
- Treatment of Schizophrenia (manages both positive and negative symptoms like hallucination, delusions, lack of pleasure, memory problems, cognitive problems, etc.)
- Management of sudden manic and mixed episodes associated with bipolar disorder
- Adjunctive therapy for major depressive disorder
- Irritability associated with autism disorder
- Treatment of Tourette syndrome (repetitive movements or sounds/tics)
Contraindications of Arifine 10 MG
- It is contraindicated in the following cases:
- If you have an allergic reaction to any of the ingredients of Arifine Tablet
- If you are an elderly patient who already has dementia-related psychosis, Arifine medicine can cause a severe reaction and even early death
- If you are taking other antipsychotic medications
- If you have any suicidal thoughts and behaviour changes; especially in children
- If you are pregnant, planning for a pregnancy or breastfeeding
- If you have impulse control tendencies like addictive behaviour, inform your doctor. They may change Arifine medicine or adjust the dose
- If you have tardive dyskinesia (involuntary movements) or neuroleptic malignant syndrome
Side effects of Arifine 10 MG
- Side effects of Arifine Tablet include:
- Blurred vision
- Constipation
- Nausea
- Dizziness
- Inability to stay still
- Increased saliva secretion
Precautions and Warnings of Arifine 10 MG
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You have an existing mild liver condition; you may need some dose adjustment.
- You have a bleeding disorder or are on a blood-thinner such as Warfarin; use this tablet with caution.
- You use medications like opioids or narcotic painkillers that cause sedation or tranquillisation.
- You have any heart illness or stroke.
- You have severe respiratory disease.
- You have a low white blood cell count.
- You are an elderly patient over 65 years. This medicine stays longer and causes increased side effects due to slow metabolism.
Mode of Action of Arifine 10 MG
How Does It Work?
Directions for Use of Arifine 10 MG
- Take the Arifine Tablet precisely as directed by the doctor.
- Do not increase the dosage of Arifine Tablet, even if you cannot notice its effects.
- Try not to break the tablet or chew the tablet.
- Swallow the medicine as a whole.
- Do not take Arifine Tablets with other medicines without informing your doctor.
- Do not discontinue Arifine medication abruptly, as it can have adverse effects.
Interactions of Arifine 10 MG
Interactions with other medicines
- Arifine Tablets can interact with certain high blood pressure or heart medicines like captopril, enalapril and atenolol. They can change the effectiveness of the medicines.
- Inform your doctor if you are under treatment for other psychiatric conditions like depression, anxiety, etc. The medicines used for these conditions can interact with Arifine tablets and cause severe reactions....
- Arifine medicine can react with certain heart medications for abnormal heart rhythm like amiodarone, quinidine, etc.
- Arifine Tablet also lowers the effects of some fungal, bacterial and HIV medications. Notify your doctor if you are using them.
- This medicine can also interact with certain seizure medications and may lower its effectiveness and precipitate seizures.
- Arifine tablets can cause increased drowsiness when used with allergy medicines, sleeping pills, opioid pain relievers, muscle relaxants, and other sleep-inducing medicines.
- Do not take St. John’s wort, a medicinal herb that treats depression, with this medicine. Together, they can cause serotonin toxicity and other life-threatening side effects.
Interactions with food items
- Avoid taking grapefruit and its juice; grapefruit reduces the effect of Arifine medicine.
- You can take Arifine medicine with or without consuming food.
Storage and disposal of Arifine 10 MG
Dosage of Arifine 10 MG
Overdose
Missed a Dose
Content Details
Dr. Varsha Parihar
MBBS, MD (Community Medicine)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Can I stop taking Arifine Tablets if I feel better?
Q: How long does it take for an Arifine Tablet to work?
Q: Does Arifine tablet cause weight gain if I use it every day?
References
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