Aripiprazole
Irritability, Schizophrenia, Agitation + 10 more
Treatment
1 FDA approval
20 Active Studies for Aripiprazole
Treatment for
Irritability
What is Aripiprazole
Aripiprazole
The Generic name of this drug
Treatment Summary
Aripiprazole lauroxil is an antipsychotic medication used to treat schizophrenia in adults. It works by blocking certain receptors in the brain that are responsible for symptoms like delusions, hallucinations, thought disorders, and social withdrawal. Aripiprazole lauroxil was approved by the FDA in 2015 under the brand name Aristada and can be administered as an intramuscular injection. In July 2020, a new formulation called Aristada Initio was approved which allows for a faster response time of the drug when combined with a single 30 mg oral dose. Aripiprazole lauroxil is generally effective
Abilify
is the brand name
Aripiprazole Overview & Background
Brand Name
Generic Name
First FDA Approval
How many FDA approvals?
Abilify
Aripiprazole
2002
454
Approved as Treatment by the FDA
Aripiprazole, also known as Abilify, is approved by the FDA for 1 uses such as Schizophrenia .
Schizophrenia
Used to treat Schizophrenia in combination with Aripiprazole lauroxil
Effectiveness
How Aripiprazole Affects Patients
Aripiprazole is a medication used to reduce symptoms of schizophrenia, such as delusions or hallucinations. It works by modifying the activity of certain chemicals in the brain. Taking aripiprazole lauroxil is not known to affect one's sexual function or levels of prolactin, a hormone produced in the body.
How Aripiprazole works in the body
Aripiprazole works by targeting different receptors in the brain. It acts like a partial stimulator (agonist) at dopamine D2 and serotonin 5-HT1A receptors, and an inhibitor (antagonist) at serotonin 5-HT2A receptors. This combination leads to reduced positive symptoms of schizophrenia, like hallucinations and delusions, while also improving negative symptoms, like lack of motivation and impaired thinking. Aripiprazole also blocks alpha-1 adrenergic receptors, leading to orthostatic hypotension, and histamine H1 receptors, which can cause drowsiness. The drug binds to up to 90% of dopamine
When to interrupt dosage
The suggested measure of Aripiprazole is contingent upon the determined circumstances. The quantity of dosage is subject to the technique of delivery, as delineated in the table below.
Condition
Dosage
Administration
Schizophrenia
, 5.0 mg, 10.0 mg, 20.0 mg, 30.0 mg, 15.0 mg, 2.0 mg, 300.0 mg, 400.0 mg, 1.0 mg/mL, 9.75 mg/mL, 400.0 mg/mL, 300.0 mg/mL, 7.5 mg/mL
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Irritability
, 5.0 mg, 10.0 mg, 20.0 mg, 30.0 mg, 15.0 mg, 2.0 mg, 300.0 mg, 400.0 mg, 1.0 mg/mL, 9.75 mg/mL, 400.0 mg/mL, 300.0 mg/mL, 7.5 mg/mL
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Bipolar Disorder
, 5.0 mg, 10.0 mg, 20.0 mg, 30.0 mg, 15.0 mg, 2.0 mg, 300.0 mg, 400.0 mg, 1.0 mg/mL, 9.75 mg/mL, 400.0 mg/mL, 300.0 mg/mL, 7.5 mg/mL
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Acute Coryza
, 5.0 mg, 10.0 mg, 20.0 mg, 30.0 mg, 15.0 mg, 2.0 mg, 300.0 mg, 400.0 mg, 1.0 mg/mL, 9.75 mg/mL, 400.0 mg/mL, 300.0 mg/mL, 7.5 mg/mL
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Alzheimer's Disease
, 5.0 mg, 10.0 mg, 20.0 mg, 30.0 mg, 15.0 mg, 2.0 mg, 300.0 mg, 400.0 mg, 1.0 mg/mL, 9.75 mg/mL, 400.0 mg/mL, 300.0 mg/mL, 7.5 mg/mL
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Psychotic Depression
, 5.0 mg, 10.0 mg, 20.0 mg, 30.0 mg, 15.0 mg, 2.0 mg, 300.0 mg, 400.0 mg, 1.0 mg/mL, 9.75 mg/mL, 400.0 mg/mL, 300.0 mg/mL, 7.5 mg/mL
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Schizophrenia
, 5.0 mg, 10.0 mg, 20.0 mg, 30.0 mg, 15.0 mg, 2.0 mg, 300.0 mg, 400.0 mg, 1.0 mg/mL, 9.75 mg/mL, 400.0 mg/mL, 300.0 mg/mL, 7.5 mg/mL
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Agitation
, 5.0 mg, 10.0 mg, 20.0 mg, 30.0 mg, 15.0 mg, 2.0 mg, 300.0 mg, 400.0 mg, 1.0 mg/mL, 9.75 mg/mL, 400.0 mg/mL, 300.0 mg/mL, 7.5 mg/mL
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Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
, 5.0 mg, 10.0 mg, 20.0 mg, 30.0 mg, 15.0 mg, 2.0 mg, 300.0 mg, 400.0 mg, 1.0 mg/mL, 9.75 mg/mL, 400.0 mg/mL, 300.0 mg/mL, 7.5 mg/mL
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Tourette Syndrome
, 5.0 mg, 10.0 mg, 20.0 mg, 30.0 mg, 15.0 mg, 2.0 mg, 300.0 mg, 400.0 mg, 1.0 mg/mL, 9.75 mg/mL, 400.0 mg/mL, 300.0 mg/mL, 7.5 mg/mL
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Bipolar Disorder
, 5.0 mg, 10.0 mg, 20.0 mg, 30.0 mg, 15.0 mg, 2.0 mg, 300.0 mg, 400.0 mg, 1.0 mg/mL, 9.75 mg/mL, 400.0 mg/mL, 300.0 mg/mL, 7.5 mg/mL
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Bipolar Disorder
, 5.0 mg, 10.0 mg, 20.0 mg, 30.0 mg, 15.0 mg, 2.0 mg, 300.0 mg, 400.0 mg, 1.0 mg/mL, 9.75 mg/mL, 400.0 mg/mL, 300.0 mg/mL, 7.5 mg/mL
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Depression
, 5.0 mg, 10.0 mg, 20.0 mg, 30.0 mg, 15.0 mg, 2.0 mg, 300.0 mg, 400.0 mg, 1.0 mg/mL, 9.75 mg/mL, 400.0 mg/mL, 300.0 mg/mL, 7.5 mg/mL
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Warnings
Aripiprazole Contraindications
Condition
Risk Level
Notes
Severe Hypersensitivity Reactions
Do Not Combine
Aripiprazole may interact with Pulse Frequency
There are 20 known major drug interactions with Aripiprazole.
Common Aripiprazole Drug Interactions
Drug Name
Risk Level
Description
Acepromazine
Major
Aripiprazole may increase the orthostatic hypotensive, hypotensive, and antihypertensive activities of Acepromazine.
Aclidinium
Major
The risk or severity of adverse effects can be increased when Aripiprazole is combined with Aclidinium.
Alfuzosin
Major
Aripiprazole may increase the hypotensive activities of Alfuzosin.
Amisulpride
Major
Aripiprazole may increase the antipsychotic activities of Amisulpride.
Aripiprazole lauroxil
Major
Aripiprazole may increase the orthostatic hypotensive, hypotensive, and antihypertensive activities of Aripiprazole lauroxil.
Aripiprazole Toxicity & Overdose Risk
In rats, an intramuscular injection of aripiprazole is found to be non-toxic up to 60mg. However, in females, males, and monkeys, the oral LD50 is found to be 705mg/kg, 965mg/kg and greater than 2000mg/kg, respectively. Common side effects of overdosing include vomiting, drowsiness, tremor, and akathisia. In some cases, more serious symptoms such as confusion, seizures, irregular heartbeat, and breathing problems may be seen. Aripiprazole can also cause Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome (N
Aripiprazole Novel Uses: Which Conditions Have a Clinical Trial Featuring Aripiprazole?
170 active clinical trials are examining the utility of Aripiprazole in managing Schizophrenia and other related conditions.
Condition
Clinical Trials
Trial Phases
Schizophrenia
97 Actively Recruiting
Phase 3, Not Applicable, Early Phase 1, Phase 4, Phase 1, Phase 2
Bipolar Disorder
0 Actively Recruiting
Bipolar Disorder
0 Actively Recruiting
Acute Coryza
1 Actively Recruiting
Not Applicable
Alzheimer's Disease
15 Actively Recruiting
Not Applicable, Phase 2, Phase 1
Psychotic Depression
0 Actively Recruiting
Irritability
8 Actively Recruiting
Phase 2, Not Applicable, Early Phase 1, Phase 4
Schizophrenia
31 Actively Recruiting
Early Phase 1, Not Applicable, Phase 4
Agitation
3 Actively Recruiting
Phase 2, Phase 3, Not Applicable
Bipolar Disorder
0 Actively Recruiting
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
60 Actively Recruiting
Phase 2, Phase 3, Not Applicable, Phase 1, Phase 4, Early Phase 1
Depression
213 Actively Recruiting
Phase 3, Phase 2, Not Applicable, Phase 4, Phase 1, Early Phase 1
Tourette Syndrome
3 Actively Recruiting
Not Applicable
Aripiprazole Reviews: What are patients saying about Aripiprazole?
5
Patient Review
1/19/2015
Aripiprazole for Additional Medications to Treat Depression
5
Patient Review
3/9/2015
Aripiprazole for Additional Medications to Treat Depression
5
Patient Review
3/8/2021
Aripiprazole for Additional Medications to Treat Depression
4.7
Patient Review
2/14/2013
Aripiprazole for Bipolar Disorder in Remission
4
Patient Review
8/15/2022
Aripiprazole for Additional Medications to Treat Depression
3.3
Patient Review
9/28/2021
Aripiprazole for Schizophrenia
3.3
Patient Review
10/24/2017
Aripiprazole for Bipolar Disorder in Remission
3
Patient Review
4/16/2021
Aripiprazole for Additional Medications to Treat Depression
2.3
Patient Review
10/16/2015
Aripiprazole for Bipolar I Disorder with Most Recent Episode Mixed
2.3
Patient Review
7/31/2017
Aripiprazole for Additional Medications to Treat Depression
2
Patient Review
10/5/2015
Aripiprazole for Additional Medications to Treat Depression
2
Patient Review
7/23/2021
Aripiprazole for Additional Medications to Treat Depression
1.7
Patient Review
6/20/2014
Aripiprazole for Additional Medications to Treat Depression
1
Patient Review
3/7/2021
Aripiprazole for Additional Medications to Treat Depression
1
Patient Review
3/7/2021
Aripiprazole for Schizophrenia
Patient Q&A Section about aripiprazole
These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.
Does aripiprazole make you high?
"Dopamine agonists drugs such as aripiprazole work by activating dopamine receptors in the brain, which has the effect of opening up those pathways. Some of the potential side effects of this include euphoria, increased orgasmic activity, and developing addictions to activities such as gambling, shopping, binge eating, and sex."
Answered by AI
What is aripiprazole is used for?
"Aripiprazole is a medication used to treat mental conditions such as bipolar disorder, depression, and schizophrenia. It can also be used in children to treat irritability associated with autistic disorder and Tourette syndrome."
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What side effects does aripiprazole have?
"You may experience a headache, nervousness, or restlessness. You may also feel dizzy, unsteady, or have trouble keeping your balance. Additionally, you may have heartburn, constipation, diarrhea, or stomach pain."
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Is aripiprazole the same as Xanax?
"The pill form of Aripiprazole is a prescription drug that comes in four oral dosage forms. Alprazolam is a prescription medication that is available as brand name drugs called Alprazolam Intensol, Xanax, or Xanax XR."
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