Ariprazole Benefits & Uses

Ariprazole is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Ariprazole Dosage & How to Take

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	Disease: Schizophrenia Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 15 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dose range: 10 - 30 mg/day
Geriatric	Disease: Schizophrenia Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 15 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dose range: 10 - 30 mg/day
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Schizophrenia Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Autism Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 2 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Ariprazole Related Warnings

Is the use of Ariprazole safe for pregnant women?

Ariprazole can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Ariprazole right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.

Moderate
Is the use of Ariprazole safe during breastfeeding?

Ariprazole may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Ariprazole on the Kidneys?

There are no side effects of Ariprazole on the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Ariprazole on the Liver?

Ariprazole does not damage the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Ariprazole on the Heart?

Ariprazole has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Ariprazole with Other Drugs

Ariprazole should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Paroxetine

Bupropion

Moderate

Acarbose

Cimetidine

Ariprazole Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ariprazole unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Heart Failure
Diabetes
Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate)
Tardive Dyskinesia
Parkinson's Disease
Dementia
Depression

Frequently asked Questions about Ariprazole

Is this Ariprazole habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Ariprazole.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Ariprazole can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Ariprazole should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Yes, this Ariprazole works for mental disorders.

Yes

Ariprazole Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Ariprazole

Taking Ariprazole with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Ariprazole

Taking Ariprazole with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Severe