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. Arzu 15 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How ARZU Tablet works

Arzu 15 Tablet is an atypical antipsychotic. It works by modulating the action of certain chemical messengers in the brain that affect thoughts.

ARZU Tablet related warnings

Alcohol

UNSAFE

Arzu 15 Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Arzu 15 Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Lactation

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Arzu 15 Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

Arzu 15 Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Arzu 15 Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Arzu 15 Tablet is recommended.

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Arzu 15 Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Arzu 15 Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

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Expert Advice

You have been prescribed Arzu 15 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.
Take it in the morning to avoid difficulty sleeping.
It may increase your blood sugar and cholesterol. Eat healthy, exercise regularly and monitor your blood levels regularly.
Arzu 15 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 Arzu 15 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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I am talking for my mother.She have delusional problems doubt on husband and daughter in law. Was taking tablet arzu for 10 years and recently stopedd taking and roblems become worse.Now in an mri scan a trace of Frontal atrophy was identified.How can we identify it is neurotic issue or psycatric.She sometimes feels bad smell and waste water coming into her mouth and saying that become angry with who is sitting next to her.frequent mood swings occur ,now sizopin,arpizol,parkin,encorate chrono,luramax,glycolate,telsite,roseday this much tablets are takingshe is gettig weak each day,i want to know whether the treatment is in right direction or not

Dr. Jyoti Kapoor Madan

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She has a psychotic condition and treatment is with antipsychotics and mood stabilizers which are being prescribed.

My wife p v s s mahalakshmi is a patient of neurology. two months ago she has schizophrenia (mental disorder in which patient interpret reality abnormally) and was given Don LS and Gressami 200mg for 1 and 1/2 months . Now her walking ability decreased and not able to walk steadily even with the help of assistance. Her earlier disorder is not found now and her walking disability has become a great worry to us . Please suggest .

Dr. Jyoti Kapoor Madan

Psychiatrist

Resperidone can cause extrapyramidal symptoms affecting motor coordination. The prescribing doctor can advise you on these side effects and give another antipsychotic with low potential for EPS.

I an suffering from mania what should i do.

Dr. Jyoti Kapoor Madan

Psychiatrist

Mania is a component of Bipolar Affective Disorder. Bipolar Affective Disorder is a chronic problem caused by Neuro chemical disturbance in brain. It is characterised by excessive mood swings leading to disruption in routine life. Treatment is with mood stabilizer medicines and antipsychotic medicines which may need to continue throughout life. Please see a psychiatrist for further guidance.

My previous question : My wife p v s s mahalakshmi is a patient of neurology. two months ago she has schizophrenia (mental disorder in which patient interpret reality abnormally) and was given Don LS and Gressami 200mg for 1 and 1/2 months . Now her walking ability decreased and not able to walk steadily even with the help of assistance. Her earlier disorder is not found now and her walking disability has become a great worry to us . Please suggest suggetion given By doctor : Resperidone can cause extrapyramidal symptoms affecting motor coordination. The prescribing doctor can advise you on these side effects and give another antipsychotic with low potential for EPS. Now My second question : She is having irregular period problems (becoming Very late ). Is it is the side effect of the above medicines.

Dr. Jyoti Kapoor Madan

Psychiatrist

Yes, that can also be because of medication.

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FAQs

Q. Is ARZU a mood stabilizer?

ARZU 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.

Q. How long does ARZU take to work?

The benefit of ARZU may appear after a few days or few weeks of starting ARZU. It may take 4-6 weeks to see the full benefits of this medicine.

Q. Does ARZU affect you sexually?

Yes, ARZU 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 ARZU.

Q. What is the most important thing that I should know about ARZU?

ARZU 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 ARZU, as they can develop suicidal tendencies.

Q. What should I avoid while using ARZU?

ARZU may commonly cause sleepiness, sedation, dizziness, blurred vision, and double vision. Avoid driving and using heavy machinery if you experience these symptoms. You should also avoid over-exposure to heat or getting dehydrated by avoiding direct sunlight, staying indoors, drinking plenty of water and avoiding overexercise.

Q. Can ARZU be taken by diabetics?

ARZU may cause an increase in blood sugar levels. Extremely high levels of blood sugar may cause coma and death. Therefore, if you have diabetes, you should stay alert and check your blood sugar levels regularly.

Q. Does ARZU cause weight gain?

ARZU may cause weight gain in some patients. This medicine may also increase the cholesterol and fat levels in the blood. If you gain weight during treatment with ARZU, consult your doctor for diet and exercise advice.

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