Aripiprazole
Aripiprazole is an antipsychotic used for selected psychotic, bipolar and related conditions. Its role, formulation and treatment goal depend on the diagnosis.
Key points
- Restlessness or inability to stay still can be a significant adverse effect rather than a sign that the illness is worsening.
- New gambling, spending, eating or sexual urges and major mood or behaviour changes should be reported promptly.
- High fever with severe stiffness, confusion, seizures or suicidal intent is an emergency.
Listings are for comparison and general information; suitability and supply depend on psychiatric, clinician and pharmacy checks, monitoring and prescription requirements.
Important safety checks
Mood history, diabetes and metabolic risk, movement disorders, seizures, heart disease, pregnancy and interacting medicines require review. Oral and long-acting injectable products are not interchangeable without a specialist plan. Do not stop suddenly without guidance.
When to seek urgent care
Seek urgent help for suicidal intent, high fever with muscle stiffness and confusion, seizures, fainting, severe swallowing difficulty, uncontrolled movements or a serious allergic reaction.
Further reading
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