Abilify (Aripiprazole) 28 Tablets

What is ABILIFY and what is it used for?

It belongs to a group of drugs called ABILIFY antipsychotics.

ABILIFY is shaped like a blue rectangular tablet with "A-007" and "5" on one side and is available in blister packs with 28 tablets forms.

ABILIFY is used in adult and adolescent (aged 13-17) to treat a person with a disordered character, such as hearing, seeing or feeling things, skepticism, misconceptions, incoherent speech, behavior and stagnation in emotional state. Patients in this situation may also be in a state of spiritual depression or feel themselves guilty, anxious or nervous.

ABILIFY is in the treatment of adults who are extraordinarily and constantly in a flood or nervous period, having excessive energy, needing less sleep than ever, accelerating thought, and sometimes too quickly speaking in a reactive manner, is used.

ABILIFY is used in the treatment of major depressive episodes (periods) with antidepressants in patients who can not receive an antidepressant treatment.

ABILIFY is used to treat the symptoms of irritability (aggressive behavior, deliberate self-harm attempts, anger attacks, rapid mood swings) associated with autistic disorder in children and adolescents aged 6 to 17 years.

How to use ABILIFY?

Instructions for proper use and dose / application frequency

Always use ABILIFY as your doctor tells you. If you are unsure, you should consult your doctor or pharmacist.

ABILIFY's normal daily intake for adults is 15 mg once a day. However, your doctor may give you a lower or higher dose, such as the highest 30 mg per day. You may be prescribed an additional treatment for the other mood statement.

ABILIFY can be started in adolescents aged 13-17 with a low dose of oral solution (liquid) dosage form. The dose can be gradually increased from 10 mg / day to usual adult diathesis in adults. However, your doctor may give you a lower or higher dose, such as the highest 30 mg per day.

If you are given ABILIFY in combination with an antidepressant in the treatment of major depressive episodes, the usual starting dose is 5 mg / day. However, your doctor may give you a lower or higher dose, such as the highest daily dose of 15 mg

Take care to take your medicine at the same time each day.

Application path and method

Take the tablets in sufficient quantity (eg a glass) with water. You can buy ABILIFY tablets before or after meals.

Even if you feel better, do not change or interrupt the daily dose of ABILIFY without consulting your doctor first.

Different age groups

Use in children

ABILIFY should not be used in children under 13 years of age because of limited experience with ABILIFY in this age group. Consult your doctor or pharmacist before using ABILIFY.

Special use cases

There is no special use.

If you have an impression that the effect of ABILIFY is too strong or weak, talk to your doctor or pharmacist.

If you use more ABILIFY than you need

Use ABILIFY and talk to a doctor or pharmacist if you have used too much.

If you can not reach your doctor, go to the nearest hospital with the box of your medicine.

If you forgot to use ABILIFY

Do not take double doses to compensate for forgotten doses.

Effects that may occur when treatment with ABILIFY is terminated

The effects that may occur when treatment is terminated are unknown.

You should read this USE INSTRUCTION carefully before you start using this medicine, because it contains important information for you.

Save these instructions for use. You can need to read again.

• If you have other questions, please talk your doctor or pharmacist.

• This medicine has been prescribed for you personally, do not give it to others.

• When using this medicine, tell your doctor or doctor if you go to the hospital.

• We sleep exactly as written in this instruction. Do not use high or low doses other than the recommended dose for the medication.

What are the possible side effects?

As with all medicines, there may be side effects in people sensitive to substances in the contents of ABILIFY.

If you have any of the following, stop using ABILIFY and report it to your doctor or contact the emergency department of your nearest hospital:

• Allergic reactions (mouth, tongue, face and throat swelling, pruritus, rash)

• Heart attack

• Thought of suicide

• Suicide attempt and suicide

• Ketoacidosis (presence of ketones in blood and urine) (symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, weakness / fatigue, rapid and deep breathing, shortness of breath, loss of appetite, mouthfeel, frequent urination, frequent urination) are seen in ketoacidosis. or coma

• Seizure

• Fever, muscle stiffness, rapid breathing, sweating, decreased consciousness, and sudden changes in blood pressure and heart rate

• High blood pressure

• Blood clots anywhere in the body can block blood vessels (blood clots in the venus - often in the feet, swelling in the feet, pains in the legs, symptoms of pain and redness - reaching the lungs through the veins and causing difficulty in chest pain and breathing).

• Spasm of muscles around the throat

• Breathing of food that can catch up with the risk of catastrophic events

These are all very serious side effects. If any of these are present in you, you have a serious allergy to ABILIFY. You may need to be admitted to an emergency medical intervention or hospital.

All of these very serious side effects are very rare.

If you notice any of the following, tell your doctor immediately or contact the emergency department of your nearest hospital:

• Chest pain

• Unusual heart rate

• High blood sugar

• The occurrence or worsening of diabetes (diabetes)

• Pancreatitis

• Liver inflammation

• Swelling of hands, wrists or wrists

• Difficulty in urinating

• An elongated or painful erection (hardening)

• difficulty in controlling body temperature or overheating

• The dark part of the eyes and the skin

• Abnormal liver test values

• Changes in some blood cell levels

• Speech impairment

• Skin rash and sensitivity to light

All these are serious side effects. Immediate medical attention may be required. Serious side effects are very rare.

Tell your doctor if you notice any of the following:

• Uncontrolled ticks or twitches

• Headache

• Fatigue, fatigue

• Nausea, Vomiting

• Indigestion

• Constipation

• Salivation increase

• Drowsiness

• Sleep difficulty or sleepiness

• Restlessness

• Flicker

• Blurred vision

• Feeling dizzy or getting a fast heartbeat when getting up from a sitting or lying position

• Spiritual depression

• Abdominal and stomach discomfort

• Diarrhea

• Unusual hair loss and thinning

• Excessive sweating

• Hardness or cramps

• Muscle aches

• Unplanned incontinence

• Kanda low sodium level

• Increase or decrease in weight

• Anorexia

• Irritability, agitation

• Feeling worried

• Fainting

• Difficulty swallowing

These are the minor side effects of ABILIFY.

More deadly cases have been reported during the use of aripiprazole in elderly patients. In addition, cases of stroke or mini-paralysis have been reported.

Adolescents between the ages of 13 and 17 experienced side effects similar to adults in type and frequency. Drowsiness, uncontrolled ticks and twitches were common (more than 1 in 10 patients), and dizziness was observed in the mouth, increased appetite, and dizziness felt especially when the foot was lifted after sitting or lying.

In the treatment of major depressive episodes, the following adverse events were reported when taking ABILIFY with an antidepressant;

Common: difficulty in breathing, blurred vision, constipation, indigestion, fatigue, nervousness and difficulty sleeping Uncommon: Rapid or irregular heartbeats (palpitations).

Things to watch out for before using ABILIFY
DO NOT USE ABILIFY

Do not use if you have allergy (hypersensitivity) to any of the Aripiprazole or ABILIFY contains.

USE ABILIFY CAREFULLY

If any of the following apply to you, tell your doctor before ABILIFY treatment.

If,

• If your blood sugar is high or if you have diabetes in your family,

• If you have a seizure,

• If you have particularly involuntary and repetitive muscle movements,

• If you or your family has a history of cardiovascular disease, stroke, mini-stroke, abnormal blood pressure,

• Because antipsychotic use is associated with blood clot formation, if you or your family has a blood clot,

If you notice that you are gaining weight, please tell your doctor if you have any difficulty or allergic symptoms in swallowing.

An elderly patient with a disability (memory or other loss of mental skills) should say to your doctor if you are unemployed or if you / your caregiver have had any stroke or mini-stroke in the past.

Immediately tell your doctor if you have any thoughts or feelings of hurting yourself. Suicidal thoughts and behaviors were reported during the treatment of aripiprazole.

Immediately tell your doctor if your muscles are stiff or stiff with strong fever, sweating, changes in mental status, or a very rapid or irregular heartbeat.

Please consult your doctor if this warning applies to you at any time in the past.

Use of ABILIFY with food and drink

You can get ABILIFY independently of the meals. Do not drink alcohol while using ABILIFY.

Pregnancy

Consult your doctor or pharmacist before using this medication. ABILIFY should not be used during pregnancy unless it is necessary.

If you are pregnant or think that you are pregnant, be sure to tell your doctor immediately.

Newborns exposed to antipsychotic drugs in the last three months of pregnancy are at risk for abnormal muscle movements and / or discontinuation of medication, which may change in severity following birth. Consult your doctor for detailed information about these symptoms.

If you notice that you are pregnant during your treatment, consult your doctor immediately.


Breast-feeding

Vehicle and machine use

Do not use hazardous machinery, including motor vehicles, until you are sure that ABILIFY does not negatively affect you.

Important information about some of the auxiliary substances contained in ABILIFY

Because of the lactose in your body, if you have been told by your doctor that you are not well tolerated by some of the sugars, you should contact your doctor before taking ABILIFY.

Use with other medicines

If,

If you are taking medicines that lower your blood pressure: ABILIFY may increase the effectiveness of blood pressure medication. Tell your doctor that you take medication to keep your blood pressure under control.

Use of ABILIFY with certain medications may cause your ABILIFY dose to change. It is very important for your doctor to specify the following medicines in particular:

• Medications that regulate your heart rate

• Drugs or herbal remedies against depression for mental depression (anxiety) or anxiety (anxiety) treatment

• Fungicides

• Some drugs used to treat HIV infection

• Anticonvulsant drugs used in Sara (epilepsy) treatment

Storage ABILIFY

Keep ABILIFY in places where children can not, can not reach, and in their packaging. Store ABILIFY at room temperature below 30 ° C and on its packaging. Use in accordance with expiration dates.

Do not use ABILIFY after the expiration date on the packaging.

Do not dispose of ABILIFY in city water or in the garbage that you have not used to protect the environment. Please consult your pharmacist in this regard.

Do not use ABILIFY if you notice any defects in the product and / or packaging.