Abilify Uses
Pronounced: (ay-ree-PIP-ray-zole)
Uses
Aripiprazole injection is used for the short-term treatment of agitation that occurs with certain mental/mood disorders (e.g., schizophrenia, bipolar disorder). It is given by injection when quick relief of your symptoms is needed or when you are unable to take the medication by mouth. When you are able to take medications by mouth, your doctor will change this medication to a form that can be taken by mouth.
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Abilify Oral Uses and How to Use
Source: First DataBank
Generic Name: ARIPIPRAZOLE - ORAL Pronounced: (ay-ree-PIP-ray-zole) Uses Aripiprazole is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as... Read more »
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