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Arip, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Schizophrenia, Mania are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Arip have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Arip. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Arip also has some side effects, the most common being Back Pain, Dizziness, Drowsiness. Some other side effects of Arip have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Arip are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Arip is Moderate for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Arip related warnings talks about Arip's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Arip is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate), Tardive Dyskinesia, Dementia are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Arip are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Arip may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Arip is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Arip is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Arip safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Arip. It is best to stop taking Arip immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Arip safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Arip. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Arip on the Kidneys?
Using Arip does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Arip on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Arip on the liver.
What is the effect of Arip on the Heart?
Side effects of Arip rarely affect the heart.
Arip should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Arip unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Arip habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Arip has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Arip. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Arip is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, in many cases, taking Arip can help with mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Arip
Some foods when eaten with Arip can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Arip
Taking alcohol with Arip can be dangerous.
This medicine data has been created by -
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Abilify® (aripiprazole)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 440,442
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 184-188
