ARIPIPRAZOLE (ABILIFY) works for certain mental/mood disorders (such as bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, Tourette’s syndrome, and irritability associated with autistic disorder). It’s a doctor prescription (ARIPIPRAZOLE) medicine.

A.I. OTSUKA Pharma LTD. of Turkey mfg ABILIFY. Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. ABILIFY tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

 

The most common side effects of ARIPIPRAZOLE are:

Drowsiness, vomiting, tiredness, weight gain, constipation, headache. Tell your doctor or pharmacist right away if any of these side effects persist or worsen.

Remember that your doctor has prescribed this medication because your doctor has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.

Tell your doctor right away if you have any serious side effects, including: fainting, mental/mood changes (such as increased anxiety, depression, suicidal thoughts), trouble swallowing, restlessness (especially in the legs), shaking (tremor), muscle spasm, mask-like expression of the face, seizures, trouble controlling certain urges (such as gambling, sex, eating or shopping), interrupted breathing during sleep.

This is not a complete list of possible side effects. Contact your doctor or pharmacist if you have any other side effects not listed above.

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