i have been taking abilify for about 3 months 2 mg. and have to stop because its to expensive. I have no choice.
Any side effects if I just stop taking abilify?
Question posted by jonikovach on 21 June 2010
Last updated on 21 February 2023
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Jonikovach,
If you stop taking the Abilify abruptly, you could experience EPS (extrapyramidal symptoms): uncontrolable shaking (similar to Parkinsons), facial tics, and uncontrolled speech. Not every goes through this, but it's best to err on the side of caution. Abilify needs to be tapered slowly, so just ask your prescriber to help you with that. Hope this helps.
I need to stop 2 mg abilify and I will get anxiety to start
First of all you have to lower your dosage bit by bit not all @ once. That qould be a very big mistake
Do not stop taking Abilify (aripiprazole) or change your dose without talking to your doc first.
Some people may develop side effects on aripiprazole such as extrapyramidal effects (e.g., restlessness, tremor, stiffness) or tardive dyskinesia (e.g., slow or jerky movements that one cannot control). These symptoms are likely to be less severe and occur less often than with older antipsychotic medications (e.g., Haldol [haloperidol], Prolixin [fluphenazine], or Thorazine [chlorpromazine]). If you develop movements that you cannot control, call your doc immediately.
Aripiprazole treatment must be monitored by a healthcare provider. Be sure to keep all of your scheduled appointments so that you stay healthy while on aripiprazole.
You should not take illegal drugs or drink alcohol while taking aripiprazol
I hope this helps
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