EBILITY 10 10'S

About

EBILITY 10 (Aripiprazole) is an atypical antipsychotic medication used to treat various psychiatric conditions, including schizophrenia, bipolar I disorder (manic or mixed episodes, and maintenance treatment), and as an adjunctive treatment for major depressive disorder. It functions as a partial agonist at dopamine D2 and serotonin 5-HT1A receptors, and an antagonist at serotonin 5-HT2A receptors. This unique pharmacological profile is thought to contribute to its efficacy in stabilizing mood and thought processes with a potentially lower risk of certain side effects compared to older antipsychotics.

Aripiprazole helps to rebalance dopamine and serotonin to improve thinking, mood, and behavior. In schizophrenia, it helps to reduce hallucinations and delusions. In bipolar disorder, it helps to manage episodes of mania and depression. Its use in major depressive disorder is typically in conjunction with antidepressants when initial treatment is insufficient, aiming to enhance the antidepressant effect and improve overall patient outcomes.

Uses

• Treatment of schizophrenia.
• Management of bipolar I disorder (manic/mixed episodes).
• Maintenance treatment of bipolar I disorder.
• Adjunctive treatment for major depressive disorder.

Directions For Use

Take this medication orally once daily, with or without food, as prescribed by your doctor.

Do not stop taking it suddenly without consulting your physician, even if you feel better.

Benefits

• Effective in managing psychotic symptoms.
• Stabilizes mood in bipolar disorder.
• Can augment antidepressant therapy.
• Lower risk of certain metabolic side effects.
• Helps improve thought processes and behavior.
• Once-daily dosing for convenience.

Side Effects

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Constipation
• Headache
• Dizziness
• Akathisia (restlessness)
• Insomnia
• Anxiety
• Weight gain
• Blurred vision
• Tremor
• Sedation

Safety Measures

• Alcohol - Avoid alcohol consumption as it can increase the sedative effects and other central nervous system side effects of aripiprazole.
• Pregnancy - Use during pregnancy should be carefully considered, as antipsychotics may cause withdrawal symptoms in newborns. Consult your doctor.
• Breastfeeding - Aripiprazole is excreted in breast milk. Breastfeeding is generally not recommended while on this medication.
• Liver - Use with caution in patients with liver impairment; dose adjustments may be necessary.
• Kidney - Use with caution in patients with kidney impairment; dose adjustments may be necessary.
• Lung - No specific contraindications related to lung conditions, but monitor for respiratory depression if used with other CNS depressants.

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