Description

Abilify (Aripiprazole)

Abilify (aripiprazole) is an atypical antipsychotic and dopamine partial agonist used to treat:Buy Abilify Online

• Schizophrenia (ages 13+)

• Bipolar disorder (mania/mixed episodes & maintenance)

• Major depressive disorder (MDD) (adjunct to antidepressants)

• Irritability in autism (ages 6+)

• Tourette’s syndrome (ages 6+)

It uniquely modulates dopamine (D2) and serotonin (5-HT1A/5-HT2A) receptors, offering a different side effect profile than traditional antipsychotics.

Key Features & Benefits

✔ Dopamine Stabilization – Acts as a partial agonist (helps in both high/low dopamine states).Buy Abilify Online
✔ Lower Metabolic Risk – Less weight gain vs. olanzapine/quetiapine.
✔ Multiple Formulations:

• Tablets: 2mg, 5mg, 10mg, 15mg, 20mg, 30mg

• Orally disintegrating tablets (Abilify Discmelt)

• Liquid solution (1 mg/mL)

• Monthly injectable (Abilify Maintena)

✔ FDA-Approved for Pediatric Use (bipolar, autism, Tourette’s).

Dosage & Administration

• Take with/without food.

• Injections (Maintena): 400mg monthly (after oral stabilization).

Mechanism of Action

Side Effects

⚠ Common:

• Akathisia (restlessness – most frequent issue).

• Insomnia/sedation (dose-dependent).

• Nausea, headache, dizziness.
  ⚠ Serious (Rare):

• Neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS).

• Tardive dyskinesia (with long-term use).

• Hyperglycemia/dyslipidemia (monitor metabolic labs).

Black Box Warnings

• Increased mortality in elderly dementia patients (not approved for dementia-related psychosis).

• Suicidal thoughts in children/young adults (monitor mood changes).

Comparison to Other Antipsychotics

Storage & Handling

• Tablets: Room temperature (keep dry).

• Liquid: Store at 15–30°C; discard after 6 months.

• Injections: Refrigerate (unopened); stable at room temp for ≤7 days.

Final Notes

Abilify is a versatile antipsychotic with a favorable metabolic profile, but its akathisia risk requires careful dosing. Ideal for:

• Bipolar patients needing mood stabilization.

• Depression non-responders (as an adjunct).

• Children with autism/Tourette’s.

Disclaimer: Abilify is prescription-only. Taper gradually to avoid withdrawal.