How Does Abilify Work?
Pronounced: (ay-ree-PIP-ray-zole)
Uses
Aripiprazole is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as bipolar disorder, schizophrenia). It may also be used in combination with other medication to treat depression. Aripiprazole is known as an antipsychotic drug (atypical type). It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural chemicals in the brain (neurotransmitters).
This medication can decrease hallucinations and improve your concentration....
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Member Medication Review: Abilify
Hi guys! It has been awhile since we have done a medication review. One of our members spoke about taking Abilify and so I thought... Read more »
A New Indication for Abilify
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Abilify IM Precautions and Side Effects
Source: First DataBank
Generic Name: ARIPIPRAZOLE - INJECTION Pronounced: (ay-ree-PIP-ray-zole) Warning There may be a slightly increased risk of serious, possibly fatal... Read more »
Abilify, Xenical among drugs under FDA safety review
Officials with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) say they are reviewing dozens of products for potential safety problems. Among the... Read more »
Clinical trial: Abilify, Effexor, and Paxil for major depressi...
This is a study to determine the safety and effectiveness of Abilify as an additional therapy to other antidepressants, including Effexor and Paxil.... Read more »
Study: Abilify delays relapse in adults with Bipolar I disorde...
Long-term use of Abilify may help delay relapse in adults with Bipolar I disorder, a new study suggests. Researchers found that adults with this... Read more »
Study: Abilify has lower diabetes, heart disease risk
Patients who suffer from schizophrenia who are treated with Abilify have more favorable changes in blood sugar, lipids, and body weight, compared to... Read more »
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