Arize 10

Composition of Arize 10

Arize 10 contains Aripiprazole (10mg). It belongs to the Antipsychotic class of medicines.

Uses of Arize 10

Mania Schizophrenia

Key benefits

• In Mania Mania means extremely excited or elevated mood. Arize 10mg Tablet helps calm the mood and relax the nerves. This stabilises the mood and prevents the symptoms of mania from recurring again. Taking Arize 10mg Tablet will ensure that you have a better social life and are able to do daily activities more comfortably. In Schizophrenia Schizophrenia is a mental disorder in which a person’s thinking ability
• feelings and behavior become abnormal. Arize 10mg 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. Show More

How Arize 10 works

Arize 10mg Tablet is an atypical antipsychotic. It works by changing the action of certain chemical messengers in the brain that affect thoughts.

How to take Arize 10

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. Arize 10mg Tablet may be taken with or without food.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

If you miss a dose of Arize 10mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine can cause deep drowsiness, a severe fall in blood pressure, abnormal movements and heart rhythm disturbance. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Arize 10

Most side effects of Arize are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• 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

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Arize 10

Warnings and precautions

Report any tremor, stiffness, restlessness or uncontrollable movements of the face, tongue or limbs to your doctor promptly — these can become persistent if not addressed. Seek emergency care for high fever with severe muscle stiffness, confusion and sweating. This is rare but life-threatening. These medicines can raise blood sugar, cholesterol and weight. Your doctor will monitor them — keep those appointments. Never stop suddenly; your doctor will reduce the dose gradually. Take care in hot weather — this group affects how your body regulates temperature.

Do not take Arize if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Your doctor will assess suitability if you have heart disease, Parkinson's disease or dementia.

Interactions with other medicines

Alcohol and sedatives add to the drowsiness. Tell your doctor about any medicine that affects heart rhythm.

How to store Arize 10

Store below 30°C in the original pack, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.

Expert advice for Arize 10

You have been prescribed Arize 10mg 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. Arize 10mg 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 Arize 10mg Tablet as it may cause excessive drowsiness. Talk to your doctor if you notice sudden mood changes, unusual movements or develop suicidal thoughts.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

EAST WEST PHARMA

Therapeutic class:

NEURO CNS

Drug class:

Antipsychotic

Chemical class:

Phenylpiperazines