Arilam 5mg Tablet
Rs.38.80for 1 strip(s) (10 tablets each)
food interaction for Arilam Tablet
alcohol interaction for Arilam Tablet
pregnancy interaction for Arilam Tablet
lactation interaction for Arilam Tablet
food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
Arilam 5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
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CAUTION
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Arilam 5mg Tablet.
UNSAFE
Arilam 5mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Arilam 5mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
SALT INFORMATION FOR Arilam 5mg Tablet
Aripiprazole(5mg)
Arilam tablet uses
{med_name} is used in the treatment of mania and schizophrenia.
How arilam tablet works
Arilam 5mg Tablet is an atypical antipsychotic. It works by changing the action of certain chemical messengers in the brain that affect thoughts.
Common side effects of arilam tablet
Akathisia (inability to stay still), Anxiety, Blurred vision, Constipation, Dizziness, Fatigue, Headache, Increased saliva production, Indigestion, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Nausea, Parkinsonism, Restlessness, Sleepiness, Tremors, Vomiting, Diabetes
SUBSTITUTES FOR Arilam Tablet
48 Substitutes
48 Substitutes
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Expert advice FOR Arilam Tablet
- You have been prescribed Aripiprazole for relieving psychotic symptoms and manic episodes.
- It may take 4 to 6 weeks to see full effects on thoughts and mood. Keep taking it as prescribed.
- Your doctor may advise you to take it in the morning if you experience any difficulty in sleeping.
- It may increase your blood sugar and cholesterol. Eat healthy, exercise regularly and monitor your blood sugar and cholesterol levels regularly.
- Aripiprazole may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Don't drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
- Avoid consuming alcohol when taking the Aripiprazole as it may cause excessive drowsiness.
- Talk to your doctor if you notice sudden mood changes, unusual movements or develop suicidal thoughts.
Frequently asked questions FOR Arilam 5mg Tablet
Aripiprazole
Q. Is Arilam 5mg Tablet a mood stabilizer?
Arilam 5mg Tablet is effective in treating manic episodes and other mood symptoms of bipolar disorder but not for the depressive episodes. Therefore, it can be combined with mood stabilizers like valproate to treat bipolar disorders.
Q. How long does Arilam 5mg Tablet take to work?
The benefit of Arilam 5mg Tablet may appear after a few days or few weeks of starting Arilam 5mg Tablet. It may take 4-6 weeks to see the full benefits of this medicine.
Q. Does Arilam 5mg Tablet affect you sexually?
Yes, Arilam 5mg Tablet may cause prolonged and painful erection (priapism) in some patients. It may also cause impulse control disorder wherein the patient may develop urges or cravings that are irresistible and unusual for that person. In this case, the patient may develop an abnormally high sex drive or may experience an increase in sexual thoughts or feelings. Consult your doctor who may modify your dose or may advise to stop Arilam 5mg Tablet.