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Definition Of Aripiprazole

Aripiprazole is an antipsychotic drug class used to reduce the symptoms of schizophrenia as well as handle a variety of other disorders such as major depression, bipolar and autistic. Aripiprazole works by balancing the work of chemicals in the brain that triggers mood disorders in sufferers. Aripiprazole is also available in the market under the name Abilify.
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These types of drugsantipsychotics
groupprescription drugs
benefit

  • Reduce the symptoms of acute schizophrenia and bipolar disorder.

  • Adjunctive therapy for depression

  • Treating disorders of autistic children and adolescents.


consumed byChildren, adolescents, and adults.
FormTablets, Discmelt (tablet that can be dissolved in the mouth), injectable drugs, oral liquid medications.

WARNING


  • For women who are pregnant, the use of aripiprazole only when there is a suggestion of As for women who are breastfeeding, are not allowed to consume this drug.

  • For people with heart disease, stroke, vascular disease, blood disorders, or who have conditions thickening of blood vessels of the brain should inform your doctor before taking aripiprazole.

  • Patients who have respiratory distress, jaundice, Parkinson's, depression, epilepsy, glaucoma, and myasthenia gravis.

  • Patients who have a tumor of the adrenal gland (pheochromocytoma).

  • Patients who have disorders of the kidneys, liver, bladder and glands are advised to consult your doctor about the use of this drug.

  • Patients who are the undergoing treatment of other diseases at the same time.

  • If an allergic reaction or overdose when using aripiprazole, see your doctor.


Aripiprazole dose

Aripiprazole is only given once daily. However, in certain circumstances, the dose and frequency can be adjusted returns through a prescription from a doctor based on patient's age and the body's response to drugs.



























ConditionThe initial dose of
Treatment of acute schizophrenia and bipolar disorder in adultsStarting dose of 10-15 mg/day. Does max. 30 mg / day
Treatment of acute schizophrenia and bipolar disorder at the age of 6-17 yearsStarting dose of 2 mg/day.
Treatment of acute schizophrenia and bipolar disorder by injectionStarting dose of 9.75 mg/day.Does max. 3 x 9.75 mg / day
Adjunctive therapy for major depressive disorderStarting dose of 2-5 mg/day.Does max. 15 mg / day
Adjunctive therapy for autistic disorder at the age of 6-17 yearsStarting dose of 2 mg/day may be increased periodically be 5-15 mg/day depending on conditions.Does max. 10-15 mg / day

Aripiprazole Eating Right

Aripiprazole can be taken before or after meals. Try to take the drug at the same time each day so it's easy for you to remember when to take medication. Patients are advised not to operate a vehicle or heavy machinery for taking this drug.

Aripiprazole dose may be different for each patient depending on the physical condition, illness, and the patient's response to drugs. It is important for patients to follow the instructions of the doctor in taking aripiprazole. Note also the information on the packaging of drugs to ensure and to learn more about the drug that you consume, such as information on side effects.

Aripiprazole in the form of a tablet generally should be swallowed together with water. Make sure you have opened and issued in the form of tablets Aripiprazole orodispersible (tablet that can be dissolved in the mouth) of the packaging before putting it on the surface of the tongue. You can also mix these tablets with water in small amounts. Aripiprazole in the form of liquid medication should be used without being mixed with water.

For patients who forget to take aripiprazole, are advised to drink so thought if the next dose schedule is not too close. Do not double the next dose of aripiprazole on schedule to replace the missed dose. Not advised stopping taking aripiprazole suddenly without permission of your doctor. Inform your doctor if you have a condition caused by this drug nor the result of other diseases being suffered so the doctor can determine the pace or the appropriate dose of medication.
Identify Side Effects and Hazards Aripiprazole

Just like other drugs, aripiprazole has the potential to cause adverse effects. Some common side effects of taking antipsychotics are:

  • Skin becomes more sensitive.

  • Pressure sugar in the blood is affected.

  • Restless.

  • Nausea.

  • Indigestion.

  • Dizzy.

  • Fatigue.

  • The views become vague.

  • Constipation.


See your doctor if you make a sudden movement or unusual unwittingly, insomnia, anxiety, and increased production of saliva. You should also see a doctor immediately in case of fever, muscle stiffness, confusion, rapid heartbeat, and excessive sweating.

Ampicillin

Ampicillin is a penicillin antibiotic drug group. If you are allergic to penicillin, do not take this drug. These drugs function to overcome infections caused by bacteria, such as respiratory tract infections, urinary tract infections, and ear infections. This drug works by killing bacteria that cause infections in the human body.

Ampicillin only serves to overcome the bacterial infection, these drugs can not fight infections caused by viruses. Consumption of antibiotics or excessive can adversely affect the body.

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These types of drugsPenicillin group of drugs
groupprescription drugs
benefitTreating infections due to certain bacteria, for example:

  • Respiratory tract infections such as pneumonia and bronchitis.

  • Ear infections.

  • Urinary tract infection.

  • Gastrointestinal infections.

  • Gynecological infection or gonorrhea (gonorrhea).

  • Endocarditis (infection of the lining and the heart valves ).


consumed byAdults and children
forms of drugsCapsules, liquid medicine to be drunk, and injecting the drug

WARNING:


  • For pregnant women, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding, ask your doctor before taking this drug.

  • The Pill may not function properly if taken together with ampicillin. Use another form of contraception, such as condoms, when you are taking this medication.

  • Please be careful for those who suffer from kidney disorders and glandular fever in taking this drug.

  • These drugs can hinder typhoid vaccine to work properly. Tell your doctor if you are taking ampicillin and plans to receive a typhoid vaccine.

  • If an allergic reaction or overdose, see your doctor.


dose Ampicillin

Dose and duration of use of ampicillin will be determined by a physician in accordance with conditions to be addressed, severity, and the patient's medical condition. Doses will be revised by the physician and adjusted according to the development of the condition.

The usual dose use of ampicillin is 1-3 grams per day. As for the more severe conditions, the administered dose is 4-8 grams per day. Ampicillin dose is generally divided into three to four times a day to drink. Do not increase or decrease the dosage recommended by your doctor. The dosage for children will also be determined by the doctor.
Ampicillin Eating Right

Be sure to read the instructions on the packaging of the drug and follow the doctor's advice in taking ampicillin. If you are allergic to penicillin, tell your doctor before being given ampicillin.

Ampicillin is taken when the stomach is empty because the body absorbs fewer ampicillin when taken with or after a meal. This means ampicillin function becomes less effective. More precisely, the drug is taken one hour before meals or two hours after a meal.

We recommend that you divide your time evenly consume as prescribed by your doctor. Antibiotics are very effective when levels of a drug in the body remains stable. Do not stop taking ampicillin though the symptoms had disappeared. Stop too early will result in bacteria continue to grow and cause an infection from recurring. If you add a dose, the effect will reduce the effectiveness of antibiotics against bacteria.

For patients who forget to take ampicillin, it is advisable to eat them as soon as remembered if the following dosage schedule is not too close. Do not double the dose of ampicillin in the next schedule to replace the missed dose.
Identify Side Effects and Hazards Ampicillin

The reaction of people to a different drug. Doctors prescribe ampicillin because it believes the benefits of these drugs outweigh the risks of side effects. Some side effects can occur, such as:

  • Diarrhea.

  • Feeling of nausea and vomiting.

  • Sore mouth or tongue.


If side effects do occur continuously prolonged, interfere with, or you have an allergic reaction, see your doctor or go the nearest hospital.

Amlodipine

Amlodipine is a medication used to treat hypertension or high blood pressure. These drugs can also be used to help overcome an attack of angina or wind sites. This medicine may be taken alone or in combination with other drugs. By lowering blood pressure, this drug helps prevent attacks strokes, heart attacks, and kidney disease.

Amlodipine works by relaxing the walls of blood vessels and increase the diameter. The effect will be to increase blood flow to the heart and reduce blood pressure in the vessels.
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These types of drugsCalcium-channel blockers (calcium antagonists)
groupprescription drugs
benefitTreat hypertension and angina attacks
consumed byAdults and children aged 6 years and over
forms of drugsTablet

Amlodipine is a type of medicine that can only be purchased with a prescription.
WARNING:


  • These drugs can make your head feel dizzy. Avoid driving, operating heavy equipment, or doing activities that need alertness and concentration. Especially for parents.

  • It is not recommended for consumption by pregnant women and nursing mothers unless absolutely necessary because of the impact on the baby is still unknown. Consult a doctor if necessary is used.

  • Consult amlodipine doses for children with doctors.

  • Not advisable to drink a lot of juice grapefruit. The content of chemicals in grapefruit may increase the levels of amlodipine in the bloodstream.

  • Do not share this medication with others. This drug may not suit another and could endanger them.

  • If allergy or overdose occurs, see your doctor.


dosage Amlodipine

Generally, the initial dose of amlodipine is 5 mg per day. This can be increased to a maximum dose of 10 mg per day. Doses will be adjusted to the circumstances and the patient's response to these drugs.
Amlodipine Eating Right

To avoid missed dose and maximize the effect, specify the same time each day to take this drug. Make sure there is sufficient distance between the dose with the next dose.

The use of these drugs should be accompanied by regular checkups to the doctor so the doctor can monitor your condition while using this drug.

Drink amlodipine with water, before or after meals. If you accidentally forget to take amlodipine, it is advisable to drink it as soon as remembered if the following dosage schedule is not too close. Do not replace the missed dose by doubling the dose at the next scheduled.

This medicine will not cure hypertension, but helps control and prevent other diseases such as heart failure and disorders of the kidneys.
Recognize Amlodipine Side Effects and Hazards

All medications can potentially cause side effects. But not everyone will experience it. When first taking amlodipine, you may feel a headache and overheat. These symptoms will generally improve within a few days.

Talk with your doctor if you experience any side effects of prolonged and difficult Anda.Beberapa other side effects that may occur are:

  • Feeling tired or dizzy

  • Heart pounding

  • Feel nausea and discomfort in the abdomen

  • Ankles swell


If you experience allergic reactions such as rash, hives, swelling of the face, tongue or throat, severe headaches, and difficulty breathing, immediately discontinue use and see a physician.

Aminoglycosides

Aminoglycoside antibiotics bacteria that work by making a slit (fissures) in the lining (membrane) outside the bacterial cells. The drugs included in the group of aminoglycosides generally potent combat bacteria and gram-negative aerobic.

Usually the aminoglycoside class of drugs used to treat stomach and urinary tract infections are severe and bacteremia and endocarditis. Several types of antibiotics in Indonesia, which includes a group of aminoglycosides is:

  • Amikacin.

  • Gentamicin.

  • Kanamycin.

  • Neomycin.

  • Netilmicin.

  • Tobramycin.

  • Dibekacin.

  • Isepamicin.

  • Kanamycin.

  • Paromomycin.

  • Ribostamycin.

  • Sisomicin.

  • Streptomycin.


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These types of drugsAntibiotics
groupprescription drugs
benefitTreat bacterial infections
consumed byAdults and children
FormSyringes, infusion, drops, topical, tablet

warning aminoglycosides


  • Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is advisable to consult a doctor before taking aminoglycoside antibiotics.

  • Please be careful for those who are suffering from hearing loss, kidney disorders, muscle disorders, premature babies, and at the age of neonatal myasthenia gravis, cystic fibrosis, Parkinson's disease, diabetes, otitis media, hypocalcemia, obesity, vertigo, and hypotension.

  • If an allergic reaction or overdose, see your doctor.


dose aminoglycosides

Aminoglycoside drug dose groups for each patient is different. Typically, dosage and type of medication your doctor prescribed based on several factors, namely:

  • The type and condition of the disease.

  • The severity of the disease.

  • The body's response of each patient.


Consult with your doctor to determine the dose for children, which is usually adjusted to body weight.
Eating aminoglycosides Correctly

Be sure to read the instructions on the packaging of the drug and follow the doctor's advice in taking medication aminoglycoside group. Do not add or reduce the dose without doctor's permission. Make sure there is sufficient interval between the doses with subsequent doses.

For patients who forget to take medication aminoglycoside group, it is advisable to eat them as soon as remembered if the following dosage schedule is not too close. Do not double the dose of medication at the next scheduled group of aminoglycoside to replace the missed dose.
Identify Side Effects and Hazards aminoglycosides

The reaction of people to a different drug. Some of the side effects of drugs that commonly occur aminoglycoside group is:
Drops:


  • Stinging, burning or irritation of the eyes or ears.

  • Blurred vision after a few drops of the drug.


Drug injecting:


  • Stomach ache.

  • Gag.

  • Fatigue.

  • The skin becomes pale.

  • Kidney disorders.

  • Disorders of the brain and spinal cord function.

  • Hearing disorders.

  • Difficulty urinating.

  • Loss of appetite.

  • Irritation or redness at the injection body.

  • vertigo


Tablet:


  • Nausea and vomiting.

  • Diarrhea.