Drug: Abilify

aripiprazole (pronounced ay-ri-PIP-ray-zohl)

Common Side Effects: nausea, vomiting, constipation, headache, anxiety, insomnia, light-headedness, daytime drowsiness, restlessness.

Less Common Side Effects: appetite changes, tremors, mood changes, confusion, nervousness, abnormal gait, stiffness, blurred vision, increased salivation, rash, dry or itchy skin, sweating, swelling, chest pain, blood pressure changes, heart rate changes, weight changes, neck pain, neck stiffness, muscle cramps, runny nose, coughing, ear pain, pinkeye, urinary incontinence, bruising, flulike syndrome, fever, difficulty breathing, pneumonia.

Missed Dose: If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it's almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your regular schedule. Don't double the dose.

Drug Interactions: Combining certain medications may alter their actions or produce unwanted effects. Tell your health care provider about other prescription medications, nonprescription medications, herbs, and supplements you're taking, especially:

antihypertensives (medications that lower blood pressure)
carbamazepine (Tegretol)
fluoxetine (Prozac, Sarafem)
ketoconazole (Nizoral)
paroxetine (Paxil)
quinidine.

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