Question 1

What is Aripiprazole used for?

Accepted Answer

Mental illness (schizophrenia), bipolar disorder (mood swings between extreme highs and lows), depression (when added to other antidepressant medicines), irritability linked to autism in children

Question 2

How do you take Aripiprazole?

Accepted Answer

Adults usually start with 10 to 15 mg taken once a day, with or without food. Your doctor may increase the dose gradually up to 30 mg per day depending on your condition. Swallow the tablet whole with water and try to take it at the same time every day.

Question 3

What are the side effects of Aripiprazole?

Accepted Answer

Feeling sleepy or drowsy, headache, restlessness or feeling like you cannot sit still, nausea or vomiting, weight gain

Question 4

Who should not take Aripiprazole?

Accepted Answer

People who are allergic to aripiprazole or any ingredient in the tablet. Elderly people with dementia-related psychosis should not take this drug as it increases the risk of death. People with severe heart problems or uncontrolled seizures (epilepsy) should talk to their doctor first.

Question 5

Is Aripiprazole safe during pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

Aripiprazole is not considered safe during pregnancy or breastfeeding — consult your doctor before taking this medicine if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding.

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