Arip Information

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 Benefits & Uses
Arip Dosage & How to Take
Arip Side Effects
Arip Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Arip with Other Drugs
Arip Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Arip
Arip Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Arip Benefits & Uses

Arip is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Arip 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

Arip Related Warnings

Is the use of Arip safe for pregnant women?

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

Moderate
Is the use of Arip safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Arip. It should only be taken after medical advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Arip on the Kidneys?

Arip is not harmful for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Arip on the Liver?

Arip does not damage the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Arip on the Heart?

Side effects of Arip rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Arip with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Paroxetine

Bupropion

Moderate

Acarbose

Cimetidine

Arip Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Arip 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 Arip

Is this Arip habit forming or addictive?

Arip is not addictive in nature.

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

After taking Arip, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Arip can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Arip should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

Arip has been seen to have positive effect on patients with mental disorders.

Yes

Arip Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Arip

Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Arip to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Arip

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Arip as it can have severe side effects.

Severe