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 may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Ariprazole again without your doctor's advice.

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?

Ariprazole does not damage the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Ariprazole on the Liver?

Ariprazole is completely safe for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Ariprazole on the Heart?

Ariprazole may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect 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?

Yes, Ariprazole is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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

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

Yes

Ariprazole Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Ariprazole

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

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Ariprazole

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

Severe