Arizip 15mg Tablet
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Product introduction
Arizip 15mg Tablet is an antipsychotic medicine. It is used in the treatment of schizophrenia (a mental disorder that can result in hallucinations or delusions and also adversely affects a person’s ability to think and behave) and mania. It can also be used to treat depression and bipolar disorders.
Arizip 15mg Tablet is used to treat schizophrenia and Parkinson's disease (a disorder of the nervous system that causes difficulties with movement and balance) in whom other medicines have not worked.
Arizip 15mg Tablet is used to treat schizophrenia and Parkinson's disease (a disorder of the nervous system that causes difficulties with movement and balance) in whom other medicines have not worked.
Uses of Arizip Tablet
Benefits of Arizip Tablet
In Schizophrenia
Schizophrenia is a mental disorder in which a person’s thinking ability, feelings and behavior become abnormal. Arizip 15mg Tablet helps restore the chemical imbalances in the brain that are responsible for such changes. It improves thoughts, behavior and enhances the quality of life.
In Mania
Mania means extremely excited or elevated mood. Arizip 15mg Tablet helps calm the mood and relax the nerves. This stabilises the mood and prevents the symptoms of mania from recurring again. Taking Arizip 15mg Tablet will ensure that you have a better social life and are able to do daily activities more comfortably.
Side effects of Arizip Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Arizip
- 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
How to use Arizip Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Arizip 15mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Arizip 15mg Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Arizip 15mg 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.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Arizip 15mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Arizip 15mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Arizip 15mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Arizip 15mg Tablet is recommended.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Arizip 15mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Arizip 15mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
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Quick tips
- You have been prescribed Arizip 15mg Tablet 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.
- Arizip 15mg Tablet 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 Arizip 15mg Tablet as it may cause excessive drowsiness.
- Talk to your doctor if you notice sudden mood changes, unusual movements or develop suicidal thoughts.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Dihydrocarbostyril Drivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
NEURO CNS
Action Class
Atypical Antipsychotics
Patient concerns
FAQs
Is Arizip 15mg Tablet a mood stabilizer?
Arizip 15mg 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.
How long does Arizip 15mg Tablet take to work?
The benefit of Arizip 15mg Tablet may appear after a few days or few weeks of starting Arizip 15mg Tablet. It may take 4-6 weeks to see the full benefits of this medicine.
Does Arizip 15mg Tablet affect you sexually?
Yes, Arizip 15mg 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 Arizip 15mg Tablet.
What is the most important thing that I should know about Arizip 15mg Tablet?
Arizip 15mg Tablet is not approved in elderly patients with dementia as it may increase the risk of causing death. Dementia is a brain disorder that affects the ability to remember, think clearly, communicate, and perform daily activities. This may further cause changes in mood and personality. Furthermore, patients with depression should be closely monitored when being given Arizip 15mg Tablet, as they can develop suicidal tendencies.
What should I avoid while using Arizip 15mg Tablet?
Arizip 15mg Tablet may commonly cause sleepiness, sedation, dizziness, blurred vision, and double vision. Avoid driving and using heavy machinery if you experience these symptoms. You should also avoid over-exercise, over-exposure to heat or getting dehydrated by avoiding direct sunlight. It is recommended to stay indoors in hot weather, and drink plenty of water to avoid dehydration.
Can Arizip 15mg Tablet be taken by diabetics?
Arizip 15mg Tablet may cause an increase in blood sugar levels. Extremely high levels of blood sugar may cause coma and death. Therefore, if you have diabetes, you should stay alert and check your blood sugar levels regularly.
Does Arizip 15mg Tablet cause weight gain?
Arizip 15mg Tablet may cause weight gain in some patients. This medicine may also increase the cholesterol and fat levels in the blood. If you gain weight during treatment with Arizip 15mg Tablet, consult your doctor for diet and exercise advice.
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Expires on or after: February, 2025
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Phone Number: 0124-4166666
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Expires on or after: February, 2025
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Arizip 15mg Tablet. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
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Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
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