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ABILIFY (Aripiprazole), an anti-psychotic and anti-depressive drug is prescribed by the physicians for the treatment of Bipolar Disorder, Schizophrenia, Depression and irritability like psychiatric disorders. ABILIFY (Aripiprazole) treatment is beneficial if it is co-administered with other drugs in the treatment of Major Depressive Disorder (MDD). ABILIFY (Aripiprazole) is also useful in the treatment of cocaine de-addiction, aggressive behaviours, rapid mood swings, self injury and other similar conditions. ABILIFY (Aripiprazole) is a selective serotonin receptor agonist can be used as a monotherapy or in adjunction with the Lithium or Valproic acid in the maintenance therapy of bipolar disorder.
Who should not take ABILIFY (Aripiprazole)?
You should not take ABILIFY (Aripiprazole) if you are taking Fluoxetine or Paroxetine and Fluvoxamine. Since these drugs can interact with ABILIFY (Aripiprazole) and cause Cytochrome P-450 metabolic disturbance that leads to poor drug availability or increase in the plasma concentration. ABILIFY (Aripiprazole) can also interacts with the drugs like Fluconazole, Itraconazole, anti-hypertensive drugs, cardio vascular disease drugs, anti-epileptic drugs like Phenytoin, Carbamazepine, Phenobarbital, Rifampicin, Rifabutin and other anti-malarial drugs. ABILIFY (Aripiprazole) is contraindicated in the patients with familial or personal history of Diabetes, Liver or Kidney disease, familial or personal history of breast cancer, convulsive disorders, heart diseases including hypertension, primary or secondary neutropenia, and dysphagia like problems, muscle weakness and patients with sexual dysfunction. You should not take ABILIFY (Aripiprazole), if you are allergic to Aripiprazole or its analogue drugs. ABILIFY (Aripiprazole) is classified as a Pregnancy Category – C drug and it is unknown that it can harm the unborn baby. ABILIFY (Aripiprazole) can pass through the breast milk and you should consult your Physician before taking ABILIFY (Aripiprazole), if you are a nursing mother.
ABILIFY (Aripiprazole) Side Effects:
ABILIFY (Aripiprazole) can cause side effects like Tardive dyskinesia, stroke, Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome (NMS), akathisia, restlessness, tremor, extra pyramidal effects, muscular spasms, myalgia with pain in extremities and stiffness, general fatigue and pain, blurred vision, gastrointestinal disorders like stomach upset, dry mouth, dyspepsia, dry mouth, rarely hyper secretion of saliva, nasopharyngitis, tooth ache, abdominal discomfort, constipation, sleep disorders, fever, lethargy, weight changes, drooling, skin rashes, rhinorrhea attention deficit, nausea or vomiting and tooth ache.
How should I take ABILIFY (Aripiprazole)?
The recommended dosage of the ABILIFY (Aripiprazole) is 10 - 15 mg daily depending up on the disease condition and the age. ABILIFY (Aripiprazole) is prescribed in an adjusted dosage in the conditions like schizophrenia and the bipolar disorders. For the treatment of Autism in the children up to the age of 16, the recommended dosage is 5 – 15 mg/day. The following instruction should be followed to take the ABILIFY (Aripiprazole) are: (1) Take ABILIFY (Aripiprazole) first thing in the morning before you eat or drink anything except plain water. 2) Take ABILIFY (Aripiprazole) while you are sitting or standing up. 3) Take ABILIFY (Aripiprazole) with 6 to 8 ounces (about 1 cup) of plain water. Do not take ABILIFY (Aripiprazole) with any other drink besides plain water. Do not take ABILIFY (Aripiprazole) with coffee, tea, juice, milk or other dairy drinks 4) Do not swallow the drug. Allow ABILIFY (Aripiprazole) to dissolve in the mouth and do not chew the tablet. After taking ABILIFY (Aripiprazole) you must wait at least 30 minutes BEFORE: 1) lying down. You may sit, stand, or do normal activities like read the newspaper or take a walk. 2) Eating or drinking anything except plain water.
Keep taking ABILIFY (Aripiprazole) for as long as your health care provider tells you to do so. For ABILIFY (Aripiprazole) to treat your Heart burn and Peptic ulcer or keep you from getting these symptoms, you have to take ABILIFY (Aripiprazole) as often and in the way ABILIFY (Aripiprazole) as prescribed by your Physician.
What is the important information I should know about ABILIFY (Aripiprazole)?
Take ABILIFY (Aripiprazole) exactly as directed by your doctor. If you do not understand these directions, ask your pharmacist, nurse, or doctor to explain them to you.
You can take ABILIFY (Aripiprazole) disregard of food intake.
You should not take sleep inducing drugs including anti-allergic drugs while you are taking ABILIFY (Aripiprazole).
Do not swallow the drug. Allow ABILIFY (Aripiprazole) to dissolve in the mouth and do not chew the tablet.
Avoid the conditions like dehydration or excess sweating while you are taking ABILIFY (Aripiprazole). In this case, try to take excess fluids to maintain the fluid level in the body and also avoid the exercise during hot weather.
Do not take ABILIFY (Aripiprazole) more than 6 weeks unless your Physician directed to do.
For ABILIFY (Aripiprazole) dosage one must follow his doctor's instructions.
It is important to take ABILIFY (Aripiprazole) regularly to get the most benefit, as directed by the Physician.
Do not stop taking ABILIFY (Aripiprazole) without first talking to your doctor, even if you are feeling well. Even after your symptoms improve, you may require continuous treatment for quite some time, as directed by the Physician.
Store ABILIFY (Aripiprazole) as per the instructions on the label.
Keep ABILIFY (Aripiprazole) away from the reach of the children and pets.
Do not consume alcohol while you are taking ABILIFY (Aripiprazole).
What happens if I miss a dose of ABILIFY (Aripiprazole)?
Take the missed dose of ABILIFY (Aripiprazole) as soon as you remember, during the same day. If you do not remember until the next day, skip the missed dose and take ABILIFY (Aripiprazole) next day as routine dose. Do not take double dose of the medication.
What happens if I overdose of ABILIFY (Aripiprazole)?
If you feel abnormal or unusual side effects, please seek emergency medical attention immediately.
Where can I get more information on ABILIFY (Aripiprazole)?
ABILIFY (Aripiprazole) prescribed patients, who try to place an order for ABILIFY (Aripiprazole) from an online pharmacy store, can place their prescription order at the CanadaDrugsOnline.com which is an online Canadian pharmacy store.
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