Asprito 2 Tablet
Manufacturer
Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Salt Composition
Aripiprazole (2mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Asprito 2 Tablet is used for the treatment of schizophrenia, mania, and can be helpful in bipolar disorder and major depressive disorders as an add-on therapy.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Asprito 2 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.
Directions for Use
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. Asprito 2 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Safety Information
Side Effects
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 Diabetes
Alcohol Warning
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Asprito 2 Tablet.
Breastfeeding Warning
Asprito 2 Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Consult your doctor.
Pregnancy Warning
Asprito 2 Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Please consult your doctor.
Interacting Medicines
Sparfloxacin (Oral Route) Sildenafil (Oral Route) Ranolazine (Oral Route) Thioridazine (Oral Route) Amiodarone (Oral Route)
How it works
Asprito 2 Tablet is an atypical antipsychotic. It works by changing the action of certain chemical messengers in the brain that affect thoughts.
Quick Tips
You have been prescribed Asprito 2 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. Asprito 2 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 Asprito 2 Tablet as it may cause excessive drowsiness. Talk to your doctor if you notice sudden mood changes, unusual movements or develop suicidal thoughts.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Asprito 2 Tablet a mood stabilizer?
Asprito 2 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 Asprito 2 Tablet take to work?
The benefit of Asprito 2 Tablet may appear after a few days or few weeks of starting Asprito 2 Tablet. It may take 4-6 weeks to see the full benefits of this medicine.
Does Asprito 2 Tablet affect you sexually?
Yes, Asprito 2 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 Asprito 2 Tablet.
What is the most important thing that I should know about Asprito 2 Tablet?
Asprito 2 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 Asprito 2 Tablet, as they can develop suicidal tendencies.
