Drug family: Atypical neuroleptic
WHAT IS ABILIFY MAINTENA PRESCRIBED FOR?
This drug is an “atypical” neuroleptic . Some of its side effects are less marked than those of conventional neuroleptics . It has antipsychotic properties.
It is used in the maintenance treatment of schizophrenia .
You can consult the following article(s):
- Schizophrenia and other psychoses
PRESENTATIONS OF THE DRUG ABILIFY MAINTENA
The prices mentioned do not take into account the pharmacist's " dispensing fees ".
COMPOSITION OF THE DRUG ABILIFY MAINTENA
| p fl | syringe | |
| Aripiprazole | 300 mg | 400 mg |
ATTENTION
This medicinal product should be used in patients whose disease is well controlled by oral treatment with aripiprazole and who have tolerated it well.
In the event of an unexplained fever associated with muscle stiffness (which could be due to the drug), do not continue treatment without medical advice: risk of neuroleptic malignant syndrome .
Precautions are necessary in case of history of convulsions , diabetes , cardiovascular disease ( history of myocardial infarction , heart failure or heart rhythm disorders ), cerebrovascular disease , hypotension or arterial hypertension and in the elderly.
Avoid alcoholic beverages: increased risk of drowsiness.
Given its potential adverse effects , this medication may not be compatible with driving or operating dangerous machinery in some people. Make sure on the occasion of the first catches that you tolerate this medicine well before driving or using a machine.
INTERACTIONS OF THE DRUG ABILIFY MAINTENA WITH OTHER SUBSTANCES
Medicines containing the following substances are likely to modify the efficacy of the treatment: carbamazepine, phenobarbital, phenytoin, primidone, griseofulvin, rifabutin, rifampicin, St. John's wort, ketoconazole, itraconazole, quinidine, fluoxetine, paroxetine, antiproteases .
Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking an antihypertensive or other sedatives ( tranquilizers , sleeping pills , certain cough or pain medications containing opiates , antidepressants , neuroleptics , etc.).
FERTILITY, PREGNANCY AND LACTATION
PREGNANCY :
The effect of this medicine during pregnancy is not well known: only your doctor can assess the possible risk of its use in your case.
FEEDING WITH MILK :
This medication passes into breast milk; a choice is therefore necessary between breastfeeding and taking the drug. This decision should be made in consultation with your doctor.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE AND DOSAGE OF THE DRUG ABILIFY MAINTENA
This medicine is injected intramuscularly into the gluteal muscle or into the shoulder.
The suspension for injection is prolonged-release : the active substance is released slowly, over several weeks.
USUAL DOSE:
Adult over 18 years old : 1 injection per month.
TIPS
After the first injection, treatment with ariprazole tablets should be continued for 2 weeks.
In the treatment of schizophrenia and other psychoses , neuroleptics provide effective control of the disease, but modifying or stopping treatment inadvertently exposes you to a serious relapse.
Weight gain may be observed during treatment. A balanced diet, and if necessary the advice of a nutritionist, can prevent and limit this phenomenon.
POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS OF THE DRUG ABILIFY MAINTENA
Pain at injection site.
Common: dizziness, agitation, anxiety, impatience, insomnia, drowsiness, involuntary or inappropriate movements, tremor, inability to sit still, headache, fatigue, dry mouth, weight gain, heart rhythm disturbances , orthostatic hypotension or, on the contrary, hypertension .
Uncommon: depression , nausea, vomiting, indigestion, cough, libido disorder, vision disorders, muscle stiffness, acne , eczema , milk flow from the nipple, vaginal dryness, increased transaminases .
Compulsive behavioral disorders ( gambling addiction ) have been reported under treatment. In the event of the occurrence of such disorders, do not hesitate to speak to your doctor as soon as possible.
