Aristada Initio
Warnings
What may interact with Aristada?
Do not take this medication with any of the following:
-Brexpiprazole
-Cisapride
-Dextromethorphan; quinidine
-Dronedarone
-Metoclopramide
-Pimozide
-Quinidine
-Thioridazine
This medication may also interact with the following:
-Alcohol
-Benzodiazepines, such as alprazolam, diazepam, or lorazepam
-Certain antihistamines
-Certain medications for depression, such as amitriptyline or trazodone
-Certain medications for seizures, such as phenobarbital or primidone
-Carbamazepine
-Certain medications for fungal infections like fluconazole, itraconazole, ketoconazole, posaconazole, voriconazole
-Clarithromycin
-Medications for blood pressure
-Medications for Parkinson disease, such as levodopa
-Medications that cause drowsiness before a procedure, such as propofol
-Medications that help you fall asleep
-Medications that relax muscles
-Opioids for pain or cough
-Other medications that cause heart rhythm changes
-Phenothiazines, such as chlorpromazine, prochlorperazine, thioridazine
-Rifampin
What should I tell my health care provider before I take Aristada?
They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
-Dementia
-Diabetes
-Difficulty swallowing
-Have trouble controlling your muscles
-Heart disease
-History of irregular heartbeat
-History of stroke
-Low blood cell levels (white cells, red cells, and platelets)
-Low blood pressure
-Parkinson disease
-Seizures
-Suicidal thoughts, plans, or attempt by you or a family member
-Urges to engage in impulsive behaviors in ways that are unusual for you
-An unusual or allergic reaction to aripiprazole, other medications, foods, dyes, or preservatives
-Pregnant or trying to get pregnant
-Breastfeeding
What should I watch for while using Aristada?
Your condition will be monitored carefully while you are receiving this medication. Tell your care team if your symptoms do not start to get better or if they get worse.
This medication may affect your coordination, reaction time, or judgment. Do not drive or operate machinery until you know how this medication affects you. Sit up or stand slowly to reduce the risk of dizzy or fainting spells. Drinking alcohol with this medication can increase the risk of these side effects.
This medication can cause problems with controlling your body temperature. It can lower the response of your body to cold temperatures. If possible, stay indoors during cold weather. If you must go outdoors, wear warm clothes. It can also lower the response of your body to heat. Do not overheat. Do not over-exercise. Stay out of the sun when possible. If you must be in the sun, wear cool clothing. Drink plenty of water. If you have trouble controlling your body temperature, call your care team right away.
This medication may cause dry eyes and blurred vision. If you wear contact lenses, you may feel some discomfort. Lubricating eye drops may help. See your care team if the problem does not go away or is severe.
This medication may increase blood sugar. Ask your care team if changes in diet or medications are needed if you have diabetes.
There have been reports of increased sexual urges or other strong urges such as gambling while taking this medication. If you experience any of these while taking this medication, you should report this to your care team as soon as possible.
Where should I keep my medicine?
This medication is given in a hospital or clinic. It will not be stored at home.
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