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Aripiprazole (Systemic)

Brand Names : Abilify

Aripiprazole | Before Using | Proper Use | Precautions | Side Effects


Side Effects of This Medicine

Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.

    Check with your healthcare professional immediately if any of the following side effects occur:

      Rare

        Convulsions; difficulty in breathing; fast heartbeat; high fever; high or low blood pressure; increased sweating; loss of bladder control; muscle spasm or jerking of all extremities; severe muscle stiffness; sudden loss of consciousness; tiredness; unusually pale skin

      Incidence Unknown

        Lip smacking or puckering; puffing of cheeks; rapid or worm-like movements of tongue; uncontrolled chewing movements; uncontrolled movements of arms and legs

      Symptoms of Overdose

      Get emergency help immediately if any of the following symptoms of overdose occur

        Sleepiness or unusual drowsiness; vomiting

    Other side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. However, check with your healthcare professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome.

        More common

          Difficulty having a bowel movement (stool); fear; headache; inability to sit still; lack or loss of strength; lightheadedness; nausea; need to keep moving; nervousness; rash; restlessness; sleepiness or unusual drowsiness; sleeplessness; trouble sleeping; unable to sleep; vomiting; weight gain

    Less common

      Blurred vision; coughing ; fever; runny nose; stuffy nose; sneezing; tremor

Other side effects not listed above may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your healthcare professional.


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Date Written: 06/02/2003









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