Aripiprazole (Oral Route)

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Aripiprazole (Oral Route)

Drug Information provided by: Micromedex

US Brand Names

  • Abilify
  • Abilify Discmelt

Description

Aripiprazole is used to treat schizophrenia, which is a mental disorder. It is also used to treat mental depression and bipolar I disorder (manic-depressive illness). This medicine should NOT be used to treat behavioral problems in older adult patients who have dementia.

This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.

This product is available in the following dosage forms:

  • Tablet
  • Tablet, Disintegrating
  • Solution
Before Using

DR601485

Portions of this document last updated:

June 1, 2009

Source: Drug Information provided by: Micromedex

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