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Composition :

ARIPIPRAZOLE-5MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Cnx Health Care Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

Oral

Expires on or after :

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Axepine MD 5 Tablet

Axepine MD 5 Tablet belongs to a class of drugs called antipsychotics and mood stabilizers primarily used to treat mood disorders like schizophrenia, irritability linked with autism, and Tourette's syndrome. Besides this, Axepine MD 5 Tablet also helps in managing mental depression along with other antidepressant medicines. Schizophrenia affects the ability of a person to feel, think and behave clearly. Tourette's syndrome is a mental disorder characterized by uncontrollable, repetitive movements or unwanted sounds (tics). Psychosis may be caused due to disturbances in chemical messenger activity known as neurotransmitters (like dopamine and serotonin) in the brain.

Axepine MD 5 Tablet contains Aripiprazole which stabilizes and blocks the dopamine and serotonin receptors in the brain, preventing its overactivity, thereby controlling the positive symptoms like hallucinations, misbelief, and unfriendly characteristics of schizophrenia. Axepine MD 5 Tablet improves the activity of dopamine and serotonin receptors in other areas of the brain. It helps control negative symptoms (like lack of emotion, social isolation, poor attention, and memory loss) of schizophrenia. Thus, Axepine MD 5 Tablet improves mood swings, depression, and other psychotic problems. 

Take Axepine MD 5 Tablet as prescribed. Your doctor will advise you how often you take Axepine MD 5 Tablet based on your medical condition. Some people may experience drowsiness, headache, tiredness, akathisia (inability to sit still), difficulty sleeping, light-headedness, indigestion, shaking, blurred vision, nausea, vomiting, anxiety, and increased saliva production. Most of these side effects of Axepine MD 5 Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to Axepine MD 5 Tablet or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Axepine MD 5 Tablet should be used with caution in elderly patients above 65 years of age. There is an increased risk of adverse reactions such as dizziness, inability to move and balance, orthostatic hypotension (fall in blood pressure when standing up), and drowsiness. Avoid taking Axepine MD 5 Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding and consult a doctor. Axepine MD 5 Tablet is not recommended for children below 15 years of age. If you have any self-harming thoughts or behavior while taking Axepine MD 5 Tablet , please contact a doctor immediately. If you have diabetes, abnormal blood pressure, high cholesterol, fits, involuntary muscle movements especially in the face, attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), blood clots, a history of stroke or heart attack, kidney or liver problems, inform your doctor before taking Axepine MD 5 Tablet . 

Uses of Axepine MD 5 Tablet

Schizophrenia, Mania, Bipolar disorder

Directions for Use

Tablet: Take it with or without food as advised by the doctor and swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew or break it. Oral solution: Shake the bottle well before use and take it as advised by the doctor. Take it with the help of a measuring cup that is provided with the pack.

Key Benefits

Axepine MD 5 Tablet contains Aripiprazole which helps treat various psychotic conditions like schizophrenia, mood disorders (such as mania and bipolar disorder), and sometimes depression. Axepine MD 5 Tablet inhibits the dopamine receptor in our brain thereby controlling the positive symptoms (like hallucinations, misbelief, and unfriendliness) and negative symptoms (like social isolation, lack of emotion, poor attention, and memory loss) of schizophrenia. Thus, Axepine MD 5 Tablet improves overall behavior and thoughts and helps in having a better social life and comfortably doing daily activities. Axepine MD 5 Tablet may be used in combination with other medicines to treat depression. Additionally, Axepine MD 5 Tablet is also used to reduce unwanted sounds (tics) severity in Tourette's syndrome (a nervous system problem that causes unwanted sounds or sudden movements). 

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to Axepine MD 5 Tablet or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Axepine MD 5 Tablet should be used with caution in elderly patients above 65 years of age as there is an increased risk of adverse reactions such as dizziness, changes in the ability to move and balance, orthostatic hypotension (fall in blood pressure when standing up), and drowsiness. Avoid taking Axepine MD 5 Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding and consult a doctor. Axepine MD 5 Tablet is not recommended for children below 15 years of age. If you have any self-harming thoughts or behavior while taking Axepine MD 5 Tablet , please contact a doctor immediately. If you develop impulse control disorders such as excessive eating, spending, addictive gambling, or abnormally high sex drive, inform your doctor so that the dose may be adjusted appropriately, or are advised to stop taking Axepine MD 5 Tablet . If you have diabetes, abnormal blood pressure, high cholesterol, fits, involuntary muscle movements especially in the face, attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), blood clots, history of stroke or heart attack, kidney or liver problems, inform your doctor before taking Axepine MD 5 Tablet .

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Limit the intake of caffeine as it may reduce the effectiveness of Axepine MD 5 Tablet .
  • Eat plenty of fruits and vegetables. Eat more fish, especially oily fish such as salmon, sardines, trout, mackerel, pilchards and herring.
  • Cut down sugars, salt and saturated fats.
  • Drink adequate water to keep the body hydrated.
  • Do regular exercise and maintain a stable weight as Axepine MD 5 Tablet may cause weight gain.
  • Avoid consumption of alcohol as it may increase drowsiness.

Side Effects of Axepine MD 5 Tablet

  • Drowsiness
  • Headache
  • Tiredness
  • Akathisia (inability to sit still)
  • Difficulty in sleeping
  • Light-headedness
  • Indigestion
  • Shaking
  • Blurred vision
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Anxiety
  • Increased saliva production

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

[ANTIPSYCHOTICS]

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Special Advise

  • Elderly patients more than 65 years with dementia-related psychosis treated with Axepine MD 5 Tablet can be at an increased risk of death. 
  • Axepine MD 5 Tablet is not prescribed and approved for the treatment of dementia-related psychosis. 
  • Increased risk of suicidal thinking and behavior changes has been observed in children, adolescents, and young adults taking Axepine MD 5 Tablet , so close monitoring for worsening and the emergence of suicidal thoughts and behaviours is required.  

Disease/Condition Glossary

Schizophrenia: It is a mental disorder that affects a person's ability to feel, think and behave clearly. Mania is a mental condition that causes intense excitement, high energy, and delusions (misbeliefs). Mania may occur due to lack of sleep or sleep pattern changes, high levels of stress, and alcohol intake. Seek medical help immediately if you have any self-harming or suicidal thoughts.

Bipolar disorder: It is also called manic depression, associated with extreme mood swings ranging from manic highs to depressive lows. The symptoms of bipolar disorder include mania (high energy and excitability) and depression (loss of interest, hopelessness, low energy). Bipolar disorder involves lifelong treatment. 

Depression: It is a mental condition characterized by low mood and a loss of interest in activities. People affected by this condition are often unsocial and try to keep isolated from other social activities. 

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Alcohol

Safe if prescribed

You are recommended to avoid alcohol consumption with Axepine MD 5 Tablet as it may increase the risk of side effects such as dizziness, drowsiness or difficulty in concentrating.

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Pregnancy

Consult your doctor

Axepine MD 5 Tablet is a Category C pregnancy drug and is not recommended for use during pregnancy, especially in the third trimester as it may cause adverse effects in the newborn baby. Axepine MD 5 Tablet may cause extrapyramidal and/or withdrawal symptoms in newborn babies with third-trimester exposure.

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Breast Feeding

Consult your doctor

Avoid breastfeeding while taking Axepine MD 5 Tablet as it may be excreted in breast milk and cause adverse effects in the baby.

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Driving

Safe if prescribed

Axepine MD 5 Tablet may cause dizziness or vision problems such as blurred vision. Therefore, avoid driving if you feel dizzy or have vision disturbances after taking Axepine MD 5 Tablet .

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Liver

Consult your doctor

Take Axepine MD 5 Tablet with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Kidney

Consult your doctor

Take Axepine MD 5 Tablet with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Children

Safe if prescribed

Axepine MD 5 Tablet is not recommended for children below 15 years due to the increased risk of adverse effects. However, please consult a doctor before giving Axepine MD 5 Tablet to children.

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