• Aliezole 10 Tablet is an antipsychotic medicine
• It is used in the treatment of schizophrenia (a mental disorder that can result in hallucinations or delusions and also adversely affects a person’s ability to think and behave) and mania
• It can also be used to treat depression and bipolar disorders
• Aliezole 10 Tablet is taken by mouth with or without food preferably at morning
• However, it is advisable to take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain consistent level of medicine in the body
• Take Aliezole 10 Tablet in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor and if you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember
• Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better
• It is important that this medication is not stopped suddenly without talking to doctor as it may worsen your symptoms
• Some common side effects of this medicine includes nausea, vomiting, blurred vision, and dryness in mouth
• Initially, this medicine may cause sudden drop in the blood pressure when you change positions, so it is better to rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down
• It also causes dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you
• This medicine may increase your blood sugar and cholesterol levels
• However, modifying your lifestyle by having a healthy diet and doing exercise regularly can reduce this side effect
• Remember to inform doctor if you develop any unusual changes in mood or behavior, new or worsening depression, or suicidal thoughts while taking this medicine.

Uses of Aliezole 10 Tablet

• In Mania Mania means extremely excited or elevated mood
• Aliezole 10 Tablet helps calm the mood and relax the nerves
• This stabilises the mood and prevents the symptoms of mania from recurring again
• Taking Aliezole 10 Tablet will ensure that you have a better social life and are able to do daily activities more comfortably
• In Schizophrenia Schizophrenia is a mental disorder in which a person’s thinking ability, feelings and behavior become abnormal
• Aliezole 10 Tablet helps restore the chemical imbalances in the brain that are responsible for such changes
• It improves thoughts, behavior and enhances the quality of life.

Missed Doses

N/A

Frequestly asked Questions

Is Aliezole 10 Tablet a mood stabilizer?

Aliezole 10 Tablet 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.

How long does Aliezole 10 Tablet take to work?

The benefit of Aliezole 10 Tablet may appear after a few days or few weeks of starting Aliezole 10 Tablet. It may take 4-6 weeks to see the full benefits of this medicine.

Does Aliezole 10 Tablet affect you sexually?

Yes, Aliezole 10 Tablet 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 Aliezole 10 Tablet.

What is the most important thing that I should know about Aliezole 10 Tablet?

Aliezole 10 Tablet 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 Aliezole 10 Tablet, as they can develop suicidal tendencies.

What should I avoid while using Aliezole 10 Tablet?

Aliezole 10 Tablet 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-exercise, over-exposure to heat or getting dehydrated by avoiding direct sunlight. It is recommended to stay indoors in hot weather, and drink plenty of water to avoid dehydration.

Can Aliezole 10 Tablet be taken by diabetics?

Aliezole 10 Tablet 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.

Does Aliezole 10 Tablet cause weight gain?

Aliezole 10 Tablet 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 Aliezole 10 Tablet, consult your doctor for diet and exercise advice.

Common and Known Side effects of Aliezole 10 Tablet

• Akathisia (inability to stay still)
• Anxiety
• Blurred vision
• Constipation
• Dizziness
• Fatigue
• Headache
• Increased saliva production
• Indigestion
• Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
• Nausea
• Parkinsonism
• Restlessness
• Sleepiness
• Tremors
• Vomiting
• Diabetes