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Indications & Uses
Aria-10 is indicated for:
Dosage Reference
Reference Information Only
Dosages shown are general references from official sources. Always consult your doctor or pharmacist for personalized dosing.
Adults:
Dosage for Schizophrenia in adults: the initial dose is 10 to 15 mg per day, the recommended dose is 10 to 15 mg per day, and the maximum dose is 30 mg per day. For Schizophrenia in adolescents aged 13 to 17 years: the initial dose is 2 mg per day, the recommended dose is 10 mg per day, and the maximum dose is 30 mg per day. For Bipolar mania in adults as monotherapy: the initial dose is 15 mg per day, the recommended dose is 15 mg per day, and the maximum dose is 30 mg per day. For Bipolar mania in adults as an adjunct to lithium or valproate: the initial dose is 10 to 15 mg per day, the recommended dose is 15 mg per day, and the maximum dose is 30 mg per day. For Bipolar mania in pediatric patients aged 10 to 17 years, as monotherapy or as an adjunct to lithium or valproate: the initial dose is 2 mg per day, the recommended dose is 10 mg per day, and the maximum dose is 30 mg per day. As an adjunct to antidepressants for the treatment of major depressive disorder in adults: the initial dose is 2 to 5 mg per day, the recommended dose is 5 to 10 mg per day, and the maximum dose is 15 mg per day. For irritability associated with autistic disorder in pediatric patients aged 6 to 17 years: the initial dose is 2 mg per day, the recommended dose is 5 to 10 mg per day, and the maximum dose is 15 mg per day.
Side Effects
Common side effects include vomiting, nausea, akathisia, extrapyramidal disorder, somnolence, sedation, dizziness, insomnia, tremor, restlessness, fatigue, blurred vision, salivary hypersecretion, constipation, pyrexia, drooling and decreased appetite.
Cautions & Contraindications
Warnings & Precautions
Elderly patients with dementia-related psychosis: There is an increased incidence of cerebrovascular adverse events, such as stroke and transient ischaemic attack, including fatal cases. Suicidality and antidepressants: There is an increased risk of suicidality in children, adolescents, and young adults with major depressive disorder. Tardive dyskinesia: Discontinue treatment if clinically appropriate. Metabolic changes: Atypical antipsychotic drugs have been associated with metabolic changes, including hyperglycaemia or diabetes mellitus, dyslipidaemia, and weight gain. Orthostatic hypotension: Use with caution in patients with known cardiovascular or cerebrovascular disease. Seizures or convulsions: Use with caution in patients with a history of seizures. Take care when operating machinery.
Contraindications
Known hypersensitivity to Aripiprazole.