About Aripamat 2.5 Tablet
Aripamat 2.5 Tablet is an antipsychotic medicine. It is used in the treatment of schizophrenia (a mental disorder that can result in hallucinations or delusions and also adversely affects a person’s ability to think and behave) and mania. It can also be used to treat depression and bipolar disorders. Aripamat 2.5 Tablet is taken by mouth with or without food preferably at morning. However, it is advisable to take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain consistent level of medicine in the body. Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor and if you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. It is important that this medication is not stopped suddenly without talking to doctor as it may worsen your symptoms. Some common side effects of this medicine includes nausea, vomiting, blurred vision, and dryness in mouth. Initially, this medicine may cause sudden drop in the blood pressure when you change positions, so it is better to rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down. It also causes dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. This medicine may increase your blood sugar and cholesterol levels. However, modifying your lifestyle by having a healthy diet and doing exercise regularly can reduce this side effect. Remember to inform doctor if you develop any unusual changes in mood or behavior, new or worsening depression, or suicidal thoughts while taking this medicine. Aripamat 2.5 Tablet may increase your blood sugar and cholesterol levels. However, modifying your lifestyle by having a healthy diet and doing exercise regularly can reduce this side effect. Remember to inform doctor if you develop any unusual changes in mood or behavior, new or worsening depression, or suicidal thoughts while taking this medicine.
Uses of Aripamat 2.5 Tablet
- Mania
- Schizophrenia
How to use Aripamat 2.5 Tablet
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. Aripamat 2.5 Tablet may be taken with or without food.
How Aripamat 2.5 Tablet works
Aripamat 2.5 Tablet is an atypical antipsychotic. It works by changing the action of certain chemical messengers in the brain that affect thoughts.
Side effects of Aripamat 2.5 Tablet
Most side effects do not need medical attention and go away as your body adjusts. Talk to your doctor if they persist or worry you. Common side effects include:
- Akathisia (inability to stay still)
- Anxiety
- Blurred vision
- Constipation
- Dizziness
- Fatigue
- Headache
- Sleepiness
- Tremors
- Vomiting
- Diabetes
- Increased saliva production
- Indigestion
- Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
- Nausea
- Parkinsonism
- Restlessness
If you miss a dose
If you miss a dose of Aripamat 2.5 Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Storage
Store below 25°C. Keep out of the reach of children. How to store medicines at home.
Interactions with other medicines
Tell your doctor about every medicine you take. Known interactions include:
- Sparfloxacin (Oral Route): Life-threatening Do not consume Sparfloxacin with Aripiprazole. Concomitant use may affect heart rhythm and may be fatal.
- Ranolazine (Oral Route): Life-threatening Do not consume Ranolazine with Aripiprazole. Concomitant use may affect heart rhythm and may be fatal.
- Thioridazine (Oral Route): Life-threatening Do not consume Thioridazine with Aripiprazole. Concomitant use may affect heart rhythm and may be fatal.
- Sildenafil (Oral Route): Life-threatening Do not consume Sildenafil with Aripiprazole. Concomitant use may affect heart rhythm and may be fatal.
Safety advice
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Aripamat 2.5 Tablet
The safety of Aripamat 2.5 Tablet during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.
Aripamat 2.5 Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision, or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Aripamat 2.5 Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment is recommended.
Aripamat 2.5 Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data suggest dose adjustment may not be needed.
Frequently asked questions
Is Aripamat 2.5 Tablet a mood stabilizer?
Aripamat 2.5 Tablet is effective in treating manic episodes and other mood symptoms of bipolar disorder but not for the depressive episodes. Therefore, it can be combined with mood stabilizers like valproate to treat bipolar disorders.
How long does Aripamat 2.5 Tablet take to work?
The benefit of Aripamat 2.5 Tablet may appear after a few days or few weeks of starting Aripamat 2.5 Tablet. It may take 4-6 weeks to see the full benefits of this medicine.
Does Aripamat 2.5 Tablet affect you sexually?
Yes, Aripamat 2.5 Tablet may cause prolonged and painful erection (priapism) in some patients. It may also cause impulse control disorder wherein the patient may develop urges or cravings that are irresistible and unusual for that person. In this case, the patient may develop an abnormally high sex drive or may experience an increase in sexual thoughts or feelings. Consult your doctor who may modify your dose or may advise to stop Aripamat 2.5 Tablet.
What is the most important thing that I should know about Aripamat 2.5 Tablet?
Aripamat 2.5 Tablet is not approved in elderly patients with dementia as it may increase the risk of causing death. Dementia is a brain disorder that affects the ability to remember, think clearly, communicate, and perform daily activities. This may further cause changes in mood and personality. Furthermore, patients with depression should be closely monitored when being given Aripamat 2.5 Tablet, as they can develop suicidal tendencies.
What should I avoid while using Aripamat 2.5 Tablet?
Aripamat 2.5 Tablet may commonly cause sleepiness, sedation, dizziness, blurred vision, and double vision. Avoid driving and using heavy machinery if you experience these symptoms. You should also avoid over-exercise, over-exposure to heat or getting dehydrated by avoiding direct sunlight. It is recommended to stay indoors in hot weather, and drink plenty of water to avoid dehydration.
Can Aripamat 2.5 Tablet be taken by diabetics?
Aripamat 2.5 Tablet may cause an increase in blood sugar levels. Extremely high levels of blood sugar may cause coma and death. Therefore, if you have diabetes, you should stay alert and check your blood sugar levels regularly.
This information is for reference only and does not replace advice from your doctor or pharmacist. Do not start, stop or change a medicine without medical advice. Details come from the product’s listing and may differ from the pack you receive; always read the label.
