Arip Mt 5mg Strip Of 10 Tablets
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Description
Arip Mt Tablet is used for treating disorders like Schizophrenia, mood disorders (such as mania and bipolar disorder) and Depressive Disorder. It has a composition of aripiprazole, which belongs to a
class of antipsychotic medicines. It functions by stabilising the dopamine and serotonin levels in the brain. These are chemical substances present in the brain that help stabilise the mood and prevent the overactivity of the nerve cells in the brain. Schizophrenic patients experience hallucinations, delusions, extremely disordered thinking and behaviour, impairing daily functioning, and disabling. Arip Mt Tablet helps stabilise symptoms like irritability, anxiety, and other behaviours in these patients. It can be used in adults and children over 13 years of age. Arip Mt Tablet helps calm the mood and relax the nerves. Arip Mt Tablet can be taken with or without food. It should be swallowed whole with a glass of water. The dosage and frequency of the medication will be decided by the doctor depending on your symptoms and the severity of your condition. Inform your doctors if you suffer from heart diseases, kidney and liver problems, seizures, etc. This medicine is not recommended in a few situations.
Product Summary
| Offer Price | ₹46.28 |
| You Save | ₹14.62 (24% on MRP) |
| Contains | Aripiprazole(5.0 Mg) |
| Uses | Schizophrenia, Bipolar disorder, Major depressive disorder, Mania |
| Side effects | Blurred vision, Constipation, Nausea, Headache, Tremors, Dizziness, Anxiety, Increased saliva secretion, Difficulty sleeping. |
| Therapy | ANTI-PSYCHOTICS |
Uses
- Schizophrenia
- Bipolar disorder
- Major depressive disorder
- Mania
Contraindications
- If you’re allergic to any element of Arip Mt Tablet
- If you are an elderly adult who already has dementia-related psychosis, it can cause early death.
- If you are already on other antipsychotic medication.
- If you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
- If you have impulse control disorders like addictive behaviour, inform your doctor. They may change the medicine or adjust the dose.
- If you have any suicidal thoughts and behavior changes, especially in children.
Side effects
- Blurred vision
- Headache
- Constipation
- Nausea
- Constipation
- Tremors
- Dizziness
- Anxiety
- Increased saliva secretion
- Difficulty sleeping
Precautions and Warnings
Pregnancy
Q:
Can I take Arip Mt Tablet during pregnancy?
A:
No, Arip Mt Tablets are unsafe during pregnancy. Studies have shown a definite risk to the developing unborn baby. Sometimes doctors may prescribe it during life-threatening conditions. Do not take it without consulting your doctor.
Breast Feeding
Q:
Can I take Arip Mt Tablet while breastfeeding?
A:
No, you should consult your doctor before taking the Arip MT tablet. It can be unsafe during breastfeeding. There is restricted data on the effects of this tablet on the breastfeeding baby. Studies suggested that the medicine may pass into the milk and cause undesirable effects on the baby.
Driving
Q:
Can I drive if I have taken Arip Mt Tablet?
A:
Arip Mt Tablet may cause side effects that could affect your driving ability. The tablet may decrease alertness, cause impaired judgement, affect your vision and make you feel dizzy. Do not drive if you are experiencing side effects after taking an Arip Mt Tablet.
Alcohol
Q:
Can I consume alcohol with the Arip Mt Tablet?
A:
It is advisable to avoid alcohol with an Arip MT tablet. It can interfere with the function of the medicine and cause exaggerated side effects.
Other General Warnings
Talk to your doctor if
- You have suicidal thoughts.
- You have a seizure disorder and are on anti-epileptic medicines.
- You have any heart condition or stroke
- You have any respiratory diseases.
- The effects of the medicine are exaggerated in older patients, so use it with caution.
Mode of Action
How Does It Work?
Arip Mt Tablet contains Aripiprazole. It belongs to a class of medications called antipsychotics. It helps to regulate the amount of certain chemicals in the brain. These chemicals are dopamine and serotonin; responsible for mood, ability, and cognitive behaviour. By activating these receptors, the effect of these substances lasts longer, which helps in improving the various symptoms of psychological and mental disorders....
Directions for Use
- Take the Arip Mt Tablet exactly as prescribed by the doctor. Read the prescription pamphlet carefully before using it. Talk to your doctor if you are unclear about the instructions.
- Do not exceed the dosage, even if you cannot feel its effects.
- Do not break the tablet or chew it.
- Take the pill as a whole, with a glass of water.
- Do not take it with other medications without informing your doctor.
- Do not take if the package has been opened.
- Do not suddenly stop taking this medication, as it can lead to withdrawal effects.
Interactions
Interactions with other medicines
- Tell your doctor and pharmacist what prescription and non-prescription medications you are taking or plan to take as there is a chance of medicine Interaction with the following medicine given below-
- If you are using high blood pressure medicine like captopril, enalapril, and atenolol.
- If you are taking treatment for other psychiatric conditions like depression, anxiety, etc., these may interact and make you more drowsy.
- If you are using medications for abnormal heart rhythm like amiodarone, quinidine, etc.
- If you are getting treated for fungal and bacterial infection
- If you are using HIV or TB medications
- If you are using Seizure medication like phenytoin, carbamazepine, phenobarbital, etc.
- If you are taking St John’s wort (a medicinal herb that treats depression).
Interactions with food items
- Food doesn’t influence the effect of Arip Mt Tablet. Talk to your doctor about any supplements or herbal drinks you are currently taking before using this medicine.
Storage and disposal
Store Arip Mt Tablet at room temperature in a cool and dry area, away from sunlight. Keep the medication away from animals and children in a locked cabinet. Do not remove the medicine from its packet and store it within its original packaging.
DISPOSAL- Do not flush medications into the toilet or throw them into the dustbin unless instructed to do so. Medications disposed of in this manner may pollute the environment. Properly dispose of this product when it is expired or no longer needed. Consult your pharmacist or local waste disposal company....
Dosage
Overdose
Arip Mt Tablet overdose can cause symptoms like dizziness, nausea, vomiting, anorexia, drowsiness, slight tremor, anxiety, changes in blood pressure, confusion, agitation, sleep disturbances. Large overdoses can produce mental status changes, changes in heart rate, delirium, seizures, and coma. If you overdose on this medicine and experience any of these symptoms, immediately seek emergency medical treatment from a nearby hospital....
Missed a Dose
If you missed a dose, check the information given on the leaflet with the medication or ask your doctor about the same. Take the next dose of Arip Mt Tablet as and when you remember it. If it is time for the next dose, take that dose and skip the missed dosage. Do not take an extra dose of Arip Mt Tablet to compensate for the missed dosage....
Content Details
WRITTEN BY
Dr. Zishan Ahmad
MBBS, MD
REVIEWED BY
Dr. Vijay Y
MBBS, MD in Clinical Pharmacology
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Can I Stop taking Arip Mt Tablet on my own?
A: No, you are not recommended to stop taking Arip Mt Tablet without consulting your doctor abruptly. It may worsen the condition, cause recurring symptoms, or lead to withdrawal symptoms. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns.
Q: How long does it take for Arip Mt Tablet to show desirable effects?
A: Arip Mt Tablet may take a few days to weeks before we start to see any of its effects. It may take 4-6 weeks to notice the full benefits of this medicine.
Q: Does the Arip Mt Tablet cause weight gain?
A: Arip Mt Tablet may induce weight gain in some patients but not necessarily in everyone taking this medicine. While taking this tablet, try regular exercise and avoid high-calorie drinks to avoid weight gain.
References
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- Aripiprazole dose and aripiprazole side effects
- aripiprazole | Michigan Medicine [Internet]. Uofmhealth.org. 2022 [cited 18 January 2022]. Available from
- A review of aripiprazole in the treatment of patients with schizophrenia or bipolar I disorder
- Aripiprazole: from pharmacological profile to clinical use
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