Arpizol 10 Tablet

Product introduction

Arpizol 10 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.

Arpizol 10 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.

Uses of Arpizol Tablet

Mania
Schizophrenia

Benefits of Arpizol Tablet

In Mania

Mania means extremely excited or elevated mood. Arpizol 10 Tablet helps calm the mood and relax the nerves. This stabilises the mood and prevents the symptoms of mania from recurring again. Taking Arpizol 10 Tablet will ensure that you have a better social life and are able to do daily activities more comfortably.

Side effects of Arpizol Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Arpizol

Akathisia (inability to stay still)
Anxiety
Blurred vision
Constipation
Dizziness
Fatigue
Headache
Increased saliva production
Indigestion
Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
Nausea
Parkinsonism
Restlessness
Sleepiness
Tremors
Vomiting
Diabetes

How to use Arpizol 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. Arpizol 10 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Arpizol Tablet works

Arpizol 10 Tablet is an atypical antipsychotic. It works by changing the action of certain chemical messengers in the brain that affect thoughts.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Arpizol 10 Tablet.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Arpizol 10 Tablet 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.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Arpizol 10 Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

Arpizol 10 Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Arpizol 10 Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Arpizol 10 Tablet is recommended.

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Arpizol 10 Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Arpizol 10 Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Arpizol Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Arpizol 10 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.

Quick tips

You have been prescribed Arpizol 10 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.
Arpizol 10 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 Arpizol 10 Tablet as it may cause excessive drowsiness.
Talk to your doctor if you notice sudden mood changes, unusual movements or develop suicidal thoughts.

FAQs

Is Arpizol 10 Tablet a mood stabilizer?

Arpizol 10 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 Arpizol 10 Tablet take to work?

The benefit of Arpizol 10 Tablet may appear after a few days or few weeks of starting Arpizol 10 Tablet. It may take 4-6 weeks to see the full benefits of this medicine.

Does Arpizol 10 Tablet affect you sexually?

Yes, Arpizol 10 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 Arpizol 10 Tablet.

What is the most important thing that I should know about Arpizol 10 Tablet?

Arpizol 10 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 Arpizol 10 Tablet, as they can develop suicidal tendencies.

What should I avoid while using Arpizol 10 Tablet?

Arpizol 10 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 Arpizol 10 Tablet be taken by diabetics?

Arpizol 10 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.

Does Arpizol 10 Tablet cause weight gain?

Arpizol 10 Tablet may cause weight gain in some patients. This medicine may also increase the cholesterol and fat levels in the blood. If you gain weight during treatment with Arpizol 10 Tablet, consult your doctor for diet and exercise advice.

References:-

Accessdata.fda.gov. (2019). [online] Available at: https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2014/021436s038,021713s030,021729s022,021866s023lbl.pdf [Accessed 30 Dec. 2019]

Drugs and Lactation Database (LactMed) [Internet]. Bethesda (MD): National Library of Medicine (US); 2006. Aripiprazole. [Updated 2019 Jul 20]. [Accessed 19 Feb. 2020] (online)

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