Abilify Maintena (Aripiprazole)
Brand: Abilify Maintena
Active Ingredient(s): Aripiprazole
Pack Size: 1 unit – 1 unit Vial
Store at room temperature.
Manufacturer: Otsuka Canada Pharmaceutical Inc. (Canada)
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Description
Abilify Maintena (Aripiprazole) is an antipsychotic agent. It is typically used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, Tourette’s syndrome, and irritability associated with autistic disorder). It may also be used in combination with other medications to treat depression. It may also have other uses.
Additional information
Abilify Maintena (Aripiprazole)'s dosage depends on the condition and body weight. Your doctor or pharmacist may have suggested a schedule that is more appropriate for you. This medication is given as an intramuscular (into the muscle) injection at your doctor's office or clinic. After the first injection of aripiprazole, you will need to continue taking aripiprazole tablets (or another oral antipsychotic) by mouth for 14 days until the aripiprazole injection has reached the right concentration in your body. WARNING: Use with caution in patients with cardiac disease, cerebrovascular disease (disorders that affect the blood vessels and blood supply to the brain), parkinson's disease (a progressive nervous system disorder that affects movement), or patients at risk of seizures In addition to its desired action, Abilify Maintena (Aripiprazole) may cause some side effects, notably: It may cause dizziness, lightheadedness, drowsiness, tiredness It may cause blurred vision, weight gain, shaking (tremors) It may cause redness/pain/swelling at the injection site may occur Contraindications: Hypersensitivity to aripiprazole or any component of the formulation Taking Abilify Maintena (Aripiprazole) during pregnancy may be harmful for the baby. Women of childbearing potential should use an effective contraceptive method. Pregnant women should not use this product. If you're planning a pregnancy or become pregnant or breastfeeding, contact your family doctor. A treatment with Abilify Maintena (Aripiprazole) requires regular monitoring by a doctor. Be sure to see your doctor for all regularly scheduled appointments.Abilify Maintena (Aripiprazole)
Warning
Each person may react differently to a treatment. If you think this medication may be causing side effects (including those described here, or others), talk to your doctor or pharmacist. He or she can help you to determine whether or not the medication is the source of the problem.
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