Arpizol 5 Tablet

Description

Arpizol 5 Tablet is a prescription medicine manufactured by Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd. It contains Aripiprazole (5mg), an atypical antipsychotic that modulates dopamine and serotonin receptors in the brain to help stabilize mood, behavior, and cognitive function.

This low-dose formulation is often used for titration, gradual dose adjustment, or maintenance therapy in patients with schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, or irritability associated with autism spectrum disorder. It allows doctors to safely adjust the dose to achieve optimal therapeutic effect with minimal side effects.

Uses

• Initial titration in schizophrenia and bipolar disorder

• Low-dose maintenance therapy for mood stabilization

• Reduces irritability in autism spectrum disorder

• Helps improve behavior, mood, and cognitive function

Dosage

• Take as prescribed by your doctor

• Usually taken once daily, with or without food

• Swallow the tablet whole; do not crush or chew

• Dosage adjustments are based on treatment response and tolerance

Side Effects

• Drowsiness or insomnia

• Nausea, vomiting, or constipation

• Headache or dizziness

• Rare: tremors, weight gain, or movement disorders (extrapyramidal symptoms)

Precautions

• Use cautiously in patients with heart problems, liver/kidney disorders, or seizure history

• Inform the doctor about other medications to prevent interactions

• Not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding unless prescribed

• Monitor for unusual mood changes or severe side effects