Aripiprazole

Aripiprazole is a medication commonly used for the treatment of schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and major depression. While the medicine cannot cure these conditions, it can help control symptoms by blocking or lessening the effects of certain brain chemicals. Aripiprazole, which is available by prescription, comes in tablet form and is generally taken once a day. Side effects can include headaches, nausea,and anxiety.

Aripiprazole (Abilify)

What Is Aripiprazole?

Aripiprazole (Abilify^®) is a prescription medication that is used to treat schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. It is also approved to be used along with antidepressants for the treatment of major depression (this is known as “augmentation”).

Who Makes It?

Aripiprazole is manufactured by Otsuka America Pharmaceutical, Inc. and Bristol-Myers Squibb Company.

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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD

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