| Brand Name | Abilify |
| Generic Name | Aripiprazole |
| Drug Class | Atypical Antipsychotic / Dopamine D2 Partial Agonist |
| Availability | Prescription |
| Manufacturer | Otsuka Pharmaceutical |
| Indications | Nausea, Vomiting |
| Type | Tablet, Injection |
| Doses | 10-15 mg once daily |
| Route | Oral, IM |
| Side Effects | Insomnia, agitation, headache, weight gain, akathisia |
| Interactions | Interacts with CYP2D6 inhibitors; risk of serotonin syndrome |
| Overdose | Akathisia, sedation, vomiting. |
| Missed Dose | Take missed dose ASAP. |
| Contraindications | Elderly with dementia-related psychosis, CNS depression. |
| Alternatives | Haloperidol, Olanzapine, Prochlorperazine |
| Co-Pay Assistance Program | Available Rx |
| Patient Assistance Program | Available |
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Stabilization of mood and thoughts using arripiprazole is used in schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and major depressive disorder.
Aripiprazole is a partial dopamine agonist, which stabilizes the balance of the dose in the brain to splenic mood and psychosis symptoms.
Agitation, weight gain, insomnia, and drowsiness are the common side effects.
Yes, Aripiprazole may be administered either with or without meals.
Aripiprazole in pregnancy only needs to be taken when the likely outcome of the therapy outweighs the problem it poses on the unborn. You have to consult your physician.
In case you forget to have a dose, do so immediately as you recollect but not almost when the next dosing time is witnessed. Do not take two doses at once.
It might take days or weeks before Aripiprazole and symptomatic improvement in mood and psychosis is realized.
Aripiprazole is a long-term drug that could be applied in the treatment of such disorders as schizophrenia and bipolar disorder but must be controlled regarding the side effects.
Yes, Aripiprazole is interactable with such medication as antidepressants, anticonvulsants and other antipsychotics. Make sure that you communicate with your doctor about all the medications you use.
In case of serious side effects, like the severe changes in mood, restlessness and uncontrolled movements, get medical attention immediately.
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