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Abilify is a prescription drug, used by doctors to treat certain mental conditions. So what is Abilify drug, how to use this drug?
1. What is Abilify?
Abilify drug has the main ingredient Aripiprazole, which is an antipsychotic drug. It has the effect of altering the activity of chemicals in the brain. Abilify is used to treat the symptoms of psychotic conditions including schizophrenia in adults and children 13 years of age and older.
Abilify is also used alone or with a mood stabilizer to treat bipolar I disorder (manic depression) in adults and children 10 years of age and older. Abilify is used together with an antidepressant to treat major depressive disorder in adults. Abilify is used in children 6 years of age and older to treat Tourette's disorder and to treat symptoms associated with autism spectrum disorder such as irritability, aggression, mood swings, temper tantrums, and self-injury. hurt. Abilify is not approved for use in older adults with dementia-related psychosis. People with depression or mental illness may have thoughts about suicide. Some young people may have suicidal thoughts when they first start taking Abilify for depression. Tell your doctor right away if you have any sudden changes in mood, behavior, or thoughts about suicide.
Stop using Abilify and call your doctor at once if you have the following symptoms:
Fever, stiff muscles and fast heartbeat. Uncontrolled muscle movements Symptoms come on suddenly, such as numbness or weakness, severe headaches, and problems with vision, speech, or balance. If you are taking an antidepressant, do not stop using it suddenly.
2. Some notes when using Abilify
You should not take Abilify if you are allergic to aripiprazole. Abilify may increase the risk of death in older adults with dementia-related psychosis and is not approved for this use. To make sure Abilify is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have:
Heart problems or a stroke . High or low blood pressure. Diabetes Seizures Low white blood cell count (WBC). Aripiprazole can cause high blood sugar - hyperglycemia. If you have diabetes, check your blood sugar carefully.
The oral disintegrating tablet form of Abilify may contain more than 3 milligrams of phenylalanine per tablet. Before taking Abilify Discmelt, tell your doctor if you have phenylketonuria (PKU).
Use of antipsychotics during the last 3 months of pregnancy can cause serious problems in the newborn. Tell your doctor right away if you become pregnant. Do not stop taking the medicine without your doctor's advice. If you are pregnant, you will need to be monitored for the effects of aripiprazole on your baby.
Also, consult your doctor to see if it is safe to breastfeed while using Abilify.
3. How to use Abilify
Patients need to use Abilify exactly as prescribed by their doctor. Abilify can be taken with or without food.
Remember, only take the orally disintegrating Abilify tablet from the pack when you are ready to take it. Put the tablet in your mouth and let it dissolve without chewing. Swallow several times as the tablet dissolves, you can drink water to help swallow the dissolved tablet.
Your doctor will need to check your medication use on a regular basis. If you also take an antidepressant, don't stop taking it suddenly, or you could have unpleasant symptoms. You need to consult your doctor before stopping Abilify.
Store Abilify at room temperature away from moisture and heat. Abilify liquid can be used for up to 6 months after opening, but not past the expiration date on the label.
The dose of Abilify drug should be followed as prescribed by the doctor, the recommended dose in some cases is as follows:
Schizophrenia: Use a dose of 10mg to 15mg of the drug per day outside of meals. Type I bipolar disorder: 10mg-15mg daily, possibly supplemented with lithium or valproate. Depressive disorders : 2mg-5mg daily dose If you miss a dose of Abilify, take it as soon as possible. But if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose, take your next dose as usual, do not take two doses at the same time.
Abilify overdose symptoms may include drowsiness, vomiting, aggression, confusion, tremors, fast or slow heart rate, seizure (convulsions), weak or shallow breathing, fainting or comatose.
While using Abilify, you need to avoid getting up too quickly from a sitting or lying position, otherwise you may experience dizziness. In addition, you also need to avoid driving or dangerous activities until you are able to do so. Dizziness or drowsiness can lead to a fall, accident, or serious injury. Avoid alcohol, dangerous side effects can occur when you drink alcohol. While taking Abilify, you may be more sensitive to very hot conditions. To avoid overheating or dehydration, drink plenty of water, especially in hot weather and when exercising.
4. Side effects of the drug Abilify
Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction to Abilify such as: hives, difficulty breathing, swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Tell your doctor right away if you have new or sudden changes in mood or behavior such as depression or anxiety, panic attacks, trouble sleeping, or if you feel impulsive, irritable, agitated, hostile, aggressive, restless, more active or talkative, or having thoughts about suicide or hurting yourself.
If you have the following symptoms, tell your doctor right away:
Severe agitation Suffering or feeling restless. Twitching or uncontrolled movements of your eyes, lips, tongue, face, arms, or legs. Unusual facial expressions, difficulty swallowing, problems with voice. Convulsions. Muscle cramps, high fever, sweating, fast or irregular heartbeat, tremors, confusion, feeling like you might pass out. Low blood cell count Fever, chills Sore throat Weakness Easy bruising, unusual bleeding. High blood sugar with symptoms of increased thirst, increased urination, dry mouth, and fruity breath. You may experience increased sex drive, abnormal desire to gamble, or other intense desires while taking Abilify. If this happens, you need to talk to your doctor.
Common Abilify side effects may include:
Blurred vision Increased salivation or drooling. Muscle stiffness. Uncontrollable muscle movements, shaking, anxiety, feeling restless. Weight gain. Nausea, vomiting, constipation. Increase or decrease appetite. Headache, dizziness. Drowsiness, feeling tired. Sleep problems (insomnia). Cold symptoms such as sneezing, stuffy nose, sore throat. This is not a complete list of Abilify side effects and other possible side effects. Contact your doctor for medical advice about the side effects of Abilify.
Abilify is a prescription drug, used by doctors to treat certain mental conditions. To ensure the effectiveness of treatment and avoid side effects, users need to strictly follow the instructions of the doctor.
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