This blog post will explore the use of aripiprazole in treatment-resistant major depressive disorder, how this treatment works, its side effects, and more.
Understand aripiprazole
Aripiprazole is an antipsychotic medication that is used to treat mental health conditions such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and major depressive disorder. It can also be used to treat Tourette’s syndrome and irritability associated with autism. Aripiprazoles work by affecting the levels of certain chemicals in the brain, which helps to improve symptoms.
If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with a mental health condition, it’s important to learn as much as you can about the treatment options. Aripiprazoles is a medication that can help to improve symptoms, but it’s important to understand how it works and what the potential side effects are. This blog post will provide some basic information about aripiprazoles and its use in mental health treatment.
Aripiprazole side effects
Aripiprazole is an antipsychotic medication that is used to treat schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. It is also sometimes used as an adjunctive treatment for major depressive disorder and Tourette syndrome. Aripiprazole has a lower risk of causing extrapyramidal side effects than other antipsychotic medications, but it still has the potential to cause some side effects. The most common side effects of aripiprazole include nausea, vomiting, constipation, headache, dizziness, and insomnia. Less common side effects include weight gain, akathisia (restlessness), anxiety, and sexual dysfunction. Aripiprazoles can also cause tardive dyskinesia, a potentially irreversible condition characterized by involuntary muscle movements. If you experience any of these side effects while taking aripiprazoles, talk to your doctor or pharmacist.
How to take aripiprazole
If you or someone you know has been prescribed aripiprazole, it’s important to know how to take it correctly. The medication comes in tablet, oral solution, and injectable forms, so be sure to follow the instructions given to you by your doctor.
Tablets: Aripiprazoles tablets should be swallowed whole with a glass of water. You can take them with or without food.
Oral Solution: The oral solution should be mixed with water, milk, or orange juice. Do not mix with any other liquids. Take your dose with a syringe or measuring cup provided to you to make sure you are taking the correct amount.
Injectable: The injectable form of aripiprazoles is given as an injection into a muscle by a healthcare professional.
Dosage and administration
The recommended dose of aripiprazole is 10 mg to 30 mg daily. The dose may be increased to a maximum of 60 mg daily. The usual starting dose is 10 mg or 15 mg daily. If you are older than 65 years, your doctor may start you on a lower dose of aripiprazole.
Aripiprazole can be taken with or without food. You should take aripiprazole at about the same time each day.
If you miss a dose of aripiprazole, take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.
Side effects of aripiprazole
Aripiprazole is a medication that is used to treat mental illness. It can be effective in treating schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and major depressive disorder. However, like all medications, it can have side effects. Some of the more common side effects of aripiprazole include weight gain, drowsiness, dizziness, and headache. Less common side effects include dry mouth, constipation, nausea, and vomiting.
Conclusion
In conclusion, aripiprazole is an effective medication for treating mental health conditions. It can help to improve mood, reduce anxiety, and stabilize thinking. The side effects are typically mild and may go away with time. If you experience any serious side effects, be sure to contact your doctor immediately.