Arive 25mg Tablet 10'S

Introduction About ARIVE 25MG TABLET

ARIVE 25MG TABLET contains Aripiprazole which belongs to the group of medicines
called Anti-psychotic drugs. It is used to manage schizophrenia in both adults
and in adolescents (aged 15 years or older). Schizophrenia is a mental disorder
which affects a person’s ability to think, feel and behave correctly. It is
characterized by seeing or hearing things which are not present and abnormal
thoughts or behaviour.

ARIVE 25MG TABLET can also be used either as a monotherapy or as an adjuvant to
manage m
in children (aged 13 years or older).

Take ARIVE 25MG TABLET as directed by your physician. Do not skip any dose or
stop taking ARIVE 25MG TABLET without consulting your doctor. While taking ARIVE
25MG TABLET, do not exercise excessively and avoid exposing yourself to a hot
climate. Drink plenty of water to avoid dehydration.

Before taking ARIVE 25MG TABLET inform your doctor you have diabetes, heart
problems, fits or blood clots in the body. It is strictly not recommended for
use in elderly patients having dementia-related psychosis (a disorder that
affects memory, thinking and social abilities).

Avoid consum
you feel more dizzy or drowsy. Consult your doctor before taking ARIVE 25MG
TABLET, if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant or breastfeeding.

ARIVE 25MG TABLET may increase your blood sugar or cholesterol levels, therefore
your doctor would periodically monitor your blood glucose and cholesterol levels
as a precaution.

Patients taking ARIVE 25MG TABLET must inform their doctor if they develop any
unusual mood changes, increased sex drive, excessive gambling, suicidal
thoughts, or worsening depression.

The most common side effects of taking ARIVE 25MG TABLET are excessive saliva
secretion, uncontrollable muscle movements, dizziness, sleepiness or headache.
Consult your doctor if any of the side effect bothers you.

Uses Of ARIVE 25MG TABLET

It is used:

• to manage schizophrenia in adults and in adolescents (15 years or older)
• as a monotherapy or as an adjuvant to manage m

How ARIVE 25MG TABLET Works

ARIVE 25MG TABLET is an atypical antipsychotic. It works by regulating the
release and uptake of certain chemical messengers (dopamine and serotonin) in
the brain that affects thoughts, emotions, body movements, and behaviour. As a
result, it improves your ability to think, controls your emotions and body
movements and stabilizes your mental health.

How to use ARIVE 25MG TABLET

Take ARIVE 25MG TABLET as advised by your physician. It can be taken with or
without meals.

For Tablets: Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or
chew the medicine.

For Mouth Dissolving Tablets: Place the medicine beneath the tongue and
close your mouth until it dissolves completely.

Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of therapy for you
depending on your age, body weight and mental state.

Do not stop taking ARIVE 25MG TABLET without consulting your doctor, even if you
feel better after a few days of therapy.

Side Effects Of ARIVE 25MG TABLET

Common

• difficulty in sleeping, anxiety, restlessness
• uncontrollable muscle twitching, jerking or writhing movements
• trembling (feeling shaky)
• headache, tiredness, sleepiness, dizziness
• blurred vision
• constipation, indigestion
• nausea, vomiting, excessive saliva secretion

Uncommon

• sign of increased prolactin levels in the blood (such as breast milk production, delay in puberty)
• restless legs (urge to move your legs more frequently)
• eye problems (double vision or sensitivity to light)
• fast heartbeat

Rare

Stop taking ARIVE 25MG TABLET and consult your doctor if you experience any of
the following side effects such as:

• excessive thirst, urination or hunger, stomach problems with fruity odour (signs of diabetes)
• thoughts of harming or killing yourself, worsening depression
• changes in behaviour (such as developing urges or cravings to behave unusually, addictive gambling, excessive eating or spending and abnormally high sex drive)
• signs of Neurole
• tardive dyskinesia (uncontrollable movements of the mouth, tongue, and limbs)
• feeling dizzy and faint while standing up (orthostatic hypotension)
• weight gain
• severe allergic reactions (such as severe itching with raised bumps, swelling of the face, lips, tongue and/or throat, which may cause difficulty in swallowing)
• irregular heartbeat, seizure (fits)

How To Manage Side Effects

Nausea and vomiting:

Take ARIVE 25MG TABLET with or just after a meal or a snack. Stick to simple
meals. Avoid eating rich or spicy food. Consult your doctor if you continue to
feel nauseating for a prolonged period.

Diarrhoea:

Hydrate yourself by drinking plenty of fluids, such as water or fruit juices.
Consuming ORS can also be beneficial. Do not take any anti-diarrheal medicines
to manage diarrhea on your own. Consult your doctor if your diarrhoea persists
for a prolonged period.

Headache:

Rest and relax. Keep yourself hydrated by drinking plenty of fluids such as
water or electrolytes. Applying a pain-relieving balm on your forehead can be
beneficial. Do not consume excessive alcohol, as it could aggravate your
headache. Consult your doctor if your headache worsens.

Dizziness:

Try to rest and relax. Get enough sleep. Avoid driving or operating any tools or
machines completely while you are feeling dizzy. Do not consume excessive
alcohol, as it could aggravate your dizziness. Consult your doctor if your
dizziness worsens.

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Warning & Precautions

!### Pregnancy

ARIVE 25MG TABLET should be used in pregnant women only if it is considered
necessary by the physician. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it.

!### Breastfeeding

ARIVE 25MG TABLET should be used in breastfeeding women only if it is considered
necessary by the physician. Your doctor will evaluate the risks and benefits of
the therapy for you and decide whether ARIVE 25MG TABLET should be continued or
not depending upon your condition. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking
it.

!### Driving and Using Machines

Do not drive or operate any heavy tools or machines if you experience dizziness
or blurred vision after taking ARIVE 25MG TABLET.

!### Alcohol

Avoid consum
feel more dizzy or drowsy.

!### Allergy

Do not take ARIVE 25MG TABLET if you are allergic to aripiprazole.

!### Heart Disease

ARIVE 25MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients having heart problems
(such as history of myocardial infarction or stroke, or abnormal blood
pressure). Consult your doctor before taking it.

Others

Before taking ARIVE 25MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you:

• have diabetes or a family history of diabetes
• have involuntary, irregular muscle movements, especially in the face
• have muscle stiffness or inflexibility with high fever, sweating, altered mental status, or very rapid or irregular heartbeat
• have fits (seizures)
• have blood clots, or a family history of blood clots
• have difficulty swallowing
• have previous experience with excessive gambling
• have a low WBC count

Use in Pediatrics:

ARIVE 25MG TABLET should be used in children and adolescents (aged 13 years or
older) only if prescribed by the physician. It is generally not recommended for
use in children (aged below 6 years) due to a lack of safety data. Therefore,
consult your doctor before taking it.

Use in Geriatrics:

ARIVE 25MG TABLET should be used with caution in elderly patients (65 years and
above). It is strictly not recommended for use in elders having dementia-related
psychosis.  Consult your doctor before taking it.

Interactions

A. Drug-Drug interactions

Before taking ARIVE 25MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the
following medicines such as:

• medicines used to manage abnormal heart rhythm (Ex. quinidine, amiodarone, flecainide)
• medicines used to manage depression (Ex. fluoxetine, paroxetine, venlafaxine, St. John's Wort, amitriptyline, clomipramine)
• tryptophan (an amino acid used to maintain brain health)
• medicines used to manage fungal infections (Ex. ketoconazole, itraconazole)
• medicines used to manage HIV infection (Ex. efavirenz, nevirapine, indinavir, ritonavir)
• medicines used to manage epilepsy (Ex. carbamazepine, phenytoin)
• medicines used to manage tuberculosis (Ex. rifabutin, rifampicin)
• medicines used to manage high blood pressure (Ex. captopril, enalapril, atenolol, propranolol, etc.)
• medicines used to reduce anxiety and induce sleep (Ex. alprazolam, midazolam, lorazepam)
• medicines used for pain relief (Ex. tramadol and pethidine)
• medicines used to manage migraine headaches (Ex. sumatriptan and zolmitriptan)

Overdosage:

If you or anyone else accidentally took more ARIVE 25MG TABLET, consult your
doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. Symptoms of an overdose might
include abnormal heart rate, agitation, problems with speech, unusual movements
(especially face or tongue), sudden confusion, fits, fever, abnormal breathing,
sweating, muscle stiffness, high or low blood pressure or drowsiness.

Synopsis

Drug	:	Aripiprazole
Pharmacological Category	:	Atypical anti-psychotic drug
Therapeutic Indication	:	Schizophrenia, M
Dosage Forms	:	Tablet, Mouth dissolving tablet

More Information

• Keep ARIVE 25MG TABLET out of reach of children
• Store at room temperature

FAQs About ARIVE 25MG TABLET

Does ARIVE 25MG TABLET increase blood sugar levels?

Yes.ARIVE 25MG TABLET can increase blood sugar levels and can precipitate
diabetes. It can be identified by symptoms such as tiredness, increased thirst
or hunger, frequent urination, and fruity breath. Consult your doctor if you
experience any such symptoms. Also, it is important to inform your doctor if you
already have diabetes or have a family history of diabetes as a precaution.

What are the uses of ARIVE 25MG TABLET?

ARIVE 25MG TABLET is an antipsychotic medicine. It is used in the management of
schizophrenia, m
movements and behavioural problems in children having Tic disorder or Autism.

Is ARIVE 25MG TABLET a sleeping medicine?

ARIVE 25MG TABLET is not a sleeping pill. But it can make you feel sleepy
because it works by regulating the release and uptake of certain chemical
messengers (dopamine and serotonin) in the brain that affects your thoughts and
sleep patterns.

What are the side effects of ARIVE 25MG TABLET?

ARIVE 25MG TABLET can cause difficulty in sleeping, restlessness, uncontrollable
muscle movements, headache, tiredness, sleepiness, dizziness, or excessive
saliva secretion. Consult your doctor if any of the side effects troubles you.
Also, inform your doctor if you experience any unusual mood changes, increased
sex drive, excessive gambling, suicidal thoughts, or worsening depression.

What is the best time to take ARIVE 25MG TABLET?

ARIVE 25MG TABLET can be taken with or without meals preferably in the mornings.
However, your doctor will decide the time of consum
body weight and health condition.

Will ARIVE 25MG TABLET work instantly?

No. It may take a few weeks for ARIVE 25MG TABLET to subside the symptoms of
your illness, and so do not skip any dose or stop taking ARIVE 25MG TABLET
without consulting your doctor. Sudden withdrawal from therapy may cause the
symptoms to reoccur.

Does ARIVE 25MG TABLET make you feel high?

Yes. ARIVE 25MG TABLET works by regulating the release and uptake of certain
chemical messengers (dopamine and serotonin) in the brain that affects your
thoughts, mood, body movements and behaviour. Therefore, it can change your
behaviour and make you feel high, develop unusual urges or cravings, or make you
eat or spend more unusually. Inform your doctor if you experience any of these
symptoms.

Is ARIVE 25MG TABLET a narcotic?

No. ARIVE 25MG TABLET is an antipsychotic medicine. It is not a narcotic.

Is ARIVE 25MG TABLET same as Xanax?

No. ARIVE 25MG TABLET is an antipsychotic medicine. It contains aripiprazole
which is an atypical antipsychotic used to manage mental illnesses. Xanax is a
prescri
anxiety and to induce sleep.

What can be done if I forget to take a dose of ARIVE 25MG TABLET?

If you forgot to take a dose of ARIVE 25MG TABLET, take it as soon as you
remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose
and take the next one regularly. Do not take a double dose to make up the missed
dose as it could lead to toxicity.

Can I stop taking ARIVE 25MG TABLET once my symptoms subside?

Do not stop taking ARIVE 25MG TABLET on your own without consulting a doctor.
Sudden withdrawal of therapy may cause the symptoms to reoccur.

What are the most important precautions to be followed while using ARIVE 25MG
TABLET?

Before taking ARIVE 25MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you have diabetes, heart
problems or fits. It is strictly not recommended for use in elderly patients
having dementia-related psychosis. Avoid consum
ARIVE 25MG TABLET, as it could make you feel more dizzy or drowsy. Avoid getting
over-heated or dehydrated while taking ARIVE 25MG TABLET. Do not drive or
operate any heavy tools or machines. Do not skip your routine health check-ups
and blood tests. Take ARIVE 25MG TABLET regularly as instructed by your
physician. Do not skip a dose or stop taking ARIVE 25MG TABLET without
consulting your doctor.

Can ARIVE 25MG TABLET cause hiccups?

Yes. ARIVE 25MG TABLET may cause transient and persistent hiccups among adult
and adolescent patients. Consult your doctor if it bothers you.

Can ARIVE 25MG TABLET make you feel tired?

Yes. ARIVE 25MG TABLET can make you feel tired. It is because of its effects on
the chemical messengers (serotonin) that control sleep patterns and activities.
If you experience tiredness, rest and relax. Avoid driving or operating any
heavy tools or machines on your own. Consult your doctor if you experience
severe tiredness.

Can I use ARIVE 25MG TABLET without consulting a doctor?

No. Do not take ARIVE 25MG TABLET without consulting your doctor.