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abilify Aripiprazole - Oral Abilify (Generic)

abilify Aripiprazole - Oral Abilify (aripiprazole) 30 mg

abilify Aripiprazole - Oral Abilify (aripiprazole) 15 mg

Prescription Drug Information, Side Effects & Interactions for abilify Aripiprazole - Oral

Uses
Abilify is used to treat schizophrenia. It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural chemicals in the brain (neurotransmitters).

Storage

Store at room temperature at 77 degrees F (25 degrees C) away from light and moisture.
Brief storage between 59 to 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) is permitted.
Do not store in the bathroom.
Keep all medicines away from children and pets.

Overdose

If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
Symptoms of overdose may include: persistent vomiting or persistent drowsiness.

abilify Aripiprazole - Oral Abilify (Generic)

How To Use

Take Abilify by mouth, usually once daily, with or without food; or take as directed by your doctor.
Do not take Abilify more often or increase your dose without consulting your doctor.
Your condition will not improve any faster but the risk of serious side effects will be increased.
Do not stop taking Abilify without your doctor s approval.
Use Abilify regularly in order to get the most benefit from it.
To help you remember, use it at the same time each day.

Side Effects

Vomiting, fever, lightheadedness, dizziness, change in weight, blurred vision or drowsiness may occur.
If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor or pharmacist promptly.
Tell your doctor immediately if any of these highly unlikely but very serious side effects occur: uncontrolled muscle movements (especially of the face or tongue), severe muscle stiffness, irregular or unusually fast heartbeat (especially with fever and increased sweating).
An allergic reaction to Abilify is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs.
Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, trouble breathing.
If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Precautions

Before using Abilify, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: heart disease (e.g., history of heart attacks or chest pain, heart failure, irregular heart rhythm), history of stroke, dehydration, seizures, Alzheimer s disease, swallowing problems (e.g., history of aspiration), any allergies.
To minimize dizziness or fainting, get up slowly from a lying or seated position (especially when you first start using Abilify or if your doctor changes your dose).
Abilify can reduce sweating making you susceptible to overheating.
Avoid strenuous work or exercise in hot weather, and drink plenty of fluids to avoid becoming dehydrated.
Abilify may make you dizzy or drowsy; use caution engaging in activities requiring alertness such as driving or using machinery.
Avoid alcoholic beverages.
Caution is advised when using Abilify in the elderly because they may be more sensitive to the side effects of Abilify.
Abilify should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy.
Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
It is not known whether Abilify passes into breast milk.
Breast-feeding is not recommended while using Abilify.

Missed Dose

If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember.
If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
Do not double the dose to catch up.

Drug Interactions

Before using Abilify, tell your doctor or pharmacist of all prescription and nonprescription products you may use, especially of: quinidine, fluoxetine, paroxetine, carbamazepine, azole antifungals (e.g., ketoconazole, itraconazole), alpha-blockers (e.g., doxazosin, prazosin), medications for treating high blood pressure (e.g., water pills or diuretics such as furosemide or hydrochlorothiazide).
Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you take drugs that cause drowsiness, including: medicine for sleep (e.g., sedatives), tranquilizers, anti-anxiety drugs (e.g., diazepam), narcotic pain relievers (e.g., codeine), other psychiatric medicines (e.g., phenothiazines such as chlorpromazine, or tricyclics such as amitriptyline), anti-seizure drugs (e.g., carbamazepine), muscle relaxants, antihistamines that cause drowsiness (e.g., diphenhydramine).
Check the labels on all your medicines (e.g., cough-and-cold products) because they may contain drowsiness-causing ingredients.
Ask your pharmacist about the safe use of these products.
Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.