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Indications

Depression Schizophrenia Bipolar Disorder

Aripra is indicated for schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, adjunctive treatment of major depressive disorder, irritability associated with autistic disorder, and agitation associated with schizophrenia or bipolar mania.

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Pharmacology

Aripiprazole belongs to the atypical antipsychotic class. Its benefits are thought to come from a mix of actions in the brain: it partially activates dopamine D2 and serotonin 5-HT1A receptors, while blocking serotonin 5-HT2A receptors. Together, these effects are believed to help improve schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and major depressive disorder, as well as reduce irritability linked to autistic disorder and agitation associated with schizophrenia or bipolar disorder.

Pregnancy & Breastfeeding

Pregnancy category C. It should be avoided during pregnancy. It is recommended that women receiving Aripiprazole should not breast-feed.

⚠️ Talk to your doctor before taking any medicine during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.

Dosage Reference

⚠️ Reference ranges from official sources only. Consult your doctor for personalized dosing.

Adults: Dosage for Schizophrenia in adults: the initial dose is 10 to 15 mg per day, the recommended dose is 10 to 15 mg per day, and the maximum dose is 30 mg per day. For Schizophrenia in adolescents aged 13 to 17 years: the initial dose is 2 mg per day, the recommended dose is 10 mg per day, and the maximum dose is 30 mg per day. For Bipolar mania in adults as monotherapy: the initial dose is 15 mg per day, the recommended dose is 15 mg per day, and the maximum dose is 30 mg per day. For Bipolar mania in adults as an adjunct to lithium or valproate: the initial dose is 10 to 15 mg per day, the recommended dose is 15 mg per day, and the maximum dose is 30 mg per day. For Bipolar mania in pediatric patients aged 10 to 17 years, as monotherapy or as an adjunct to lithium or valproate: the initial dose is 2 mg per day, the recommended dose is 10 mg per day, and the maximum dose is 30 mg per day. As an adjunct to antidepressants for the treatment of major depressive disorder in adults: the initial dose is 2 to 5 mg per day, the recommended dose is 5 to 10 mg per day, and the maximum dose is 15 mg per day. For irritability associated with autistic disorder in pediatric patients aged 6 to 17 years: the initial dose is 2 mg per day, the recommended dose is 5 to 10 mg per day, and the maximum dose is 15 mg per day.

Side Effects & Interactions

Side Effects

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