What is Vraylar?
Vraylar is a prescription drug used to treat Schizophrenia and Bipolar I Disorder symptoms. Vraylar may be used alone or in combination with other drugs. Vraylar belongs to the Antipsychotics, 2nd Generation; Bipolar Disorder Agents class of medications. Vraylar is a schizophrenia drug that operates in the brain. It's also known as an atypical antipsychotic or a second-generation antipsychotic (SGA). Vraylar improves thinking, mood, and behavior by rebalancing dopamine and serotonin.
Vraylar Uses:
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approves the use of prescription drugs such as Vraylar to treat certain conditions. Vraylar may also be used for conditions that aren't specified on the label. When a drug is licensed to treat one disorder but is used to treat another, this is known as off-label use.
How to use
- Before you start taking cariprazine, read the Drug Guide issued by your pharmacist.
- Take this drug orally once a day, with or without food, as instructed by your doctor.
- The dosage is dictated by your medical condition, treatment reaction, and any other drugs you're taking. Make a list of all the medications (including prescription drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products) you use and give it to your doctor and pharmacist.
- Your doctor might advise you to start taking this medication at a low dose and gradually increase it to reduce the risk of serious side effects. Carefully follow the doctor's orders.
- To get the most advantages from this drug, take it on a regular basis exactly the same as what your doctor has guided. Take it at the same time.
- Do not raise your dosage or take this medicine more often or for longer than recommended. Your condition will not change much sooner, and you will be more vulnerable to side effects.
Vraylar Side Effects:
Some of the common side effects of Voveran are:
- Blurred vision
- Chills
- Dizziness
- Drooling
- Fever
- Headache
- Increased blinking
- Loss of balance control
- Muscle trembling
- Nervousness
- Pounding in the ears
- Restlessness
- Shuffling walk
- Slow or fast heartbeat
- Stiffness of the limbs
- Trouble speaking or swallowing
- Twisting movements of the body
- Nausea
- Seizures
- Sore throat
- Stuffy or runny nose
- Vomiting
Precautions
- Tell your doctor or pharmacist about your medical history, especially if you have: poor blood flow to the brain (such as cerebrovascular disease, stroke), diabetes (including family history), heart problems such as heart failure, irregular heartbeat, loss of too much body water (dehydration), high blood pressure, nervous system problems, obesity, or some other medical condition.
- Cariprazine can cause you to sweat less, raising your risk of heatstroke. Stop strenuous work or exercising in hot weather, as well as using hot tubs. Drink plenty of water and wear light clothing when the weather is humid. If you become overheated, search out a calm, comfortable place to rest. If you have a fever, mental/mood changes, a headache, or dizziness, seek medical attention right away.
- Seizures, drowsiness, dizziness, lightheadedness, confusion, tardive dyskinesia, swallowing problems, and other severe (rarely fatal) side effects can be more common in older adults. Drowsiness, dizziness, and lightheadedness.
- This drug should only be taken during pregnancy if required and prescribed by your doctor. Tell your doctor right away if you notice any of these symptoms in your newborn, particularly during the first month.
- Do not quit taking this drug until the doctor tells you to. Untreated mental/mood disorders (such as bipolar disorder, schizophrenia) can be dangerous. If you are pregnant or think you may be pregnant, talk to your doctor right away.
- It is not known that this medication passes into breast milk or not. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
Interactions
Drug interactions can cause your drugs to perform differently or put you at risk for severe side effects. Keep a list of all the medicines you use and share it with your doctor and pharmacist. Without your doctor's permission, do not start taking, stop taking it suddenly, or change the dosage of any medications on your own. Metoclopramide is a drug that may interfere with this one.
Overdose
If someone has overdosed and has serious symptoms such as passing out or trouble breathing, seek medical advice. Do not take more.
Missed Dose
If you forget to take any dose, take it as soon as you remember it. If it is already near to the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose. Take your next dose at regular intervals of time. Do not double the dose.
Storage
Store Seroquel at room temperature away from sunlight and moisture. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep all medications far away from kids. Don’t flush medications down the toilet or pour them into the drainage.
Vraylar vs Abilify
Vraylar |
Abilify |
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| Vraylar (cariprazine) is a drug that treats schizophrenia and bipolar disorder, although it is more expensive than other options. It helps in the regulation of your emotions and mood. | Abilify (aripiprazole) is a drug that can be used to treat psychosis, mania, and depression. It is less likely than other antipsychotics to cause side effects. |
| Vraylar (cariprazine) is a drug that treats schizophrenia and bipolar disorder, although it is more expensive than other options. | Abilify (aripiprazole) is a drug that can be used to treat psychosis, mania, and depression. It is less likely than other antipsychotics to cause side effect |
| It comes in the dosage form of a Pill. | It comes in the dosage form of a Pill, dissolving tablet, liquid, and injection. |
