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Aripiprazole Tablets with Sensor

Generic name: Aripiprazole Tablets with Sensor [ ay-ri-PIP-ray-zole ]
Brand name: Abilify MyCite
Drug class: Atypical antipsychotics

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Apr 26, 2024.

Warning

  • There is a higher chance of death in older adults who take aripiprazole tablets with sensor for mental problems caused by dementia. Most of the deaths were linked to heart disease or infection. This medicine is not approved to treat mental problems caused by dementia.
  • Drugs like this one have raised the chance of suicidal thoughts or actions in children and young adults. The risk may be greater in people who have had these thoughts or actions in the past. All people who take aripiprazole tablets with sensor need to be watched closely. Call the doctor right away if signs like low mood (depression), nervousness, restlessness, grouchiness, panic attacks, or changes in mood or actions are new or worse. Call the doctor right away if any thoughts or actions of suicide occur.

Uses of Aripiprazole Tablets with Sensor:

What do I need to tell my doctor BEFORE I take Aripiprazole Tablets with Sensor?

This medicine may interact with other drugs or health problems.

Tell your doctor and pharmacist about all of your drugs (prescription or OTC, natural products, vitamins) and health problems. You must check to make sure that it is safe for you to take aripiprazole tablets with sensor with all of your drugs and health problems. Do not start, stop, or change the dose of any drug without checking with your doctor.

What are some things I need to know or do while I take Aripiprazole Tablets with Sensor?

How is this medicine (Aripiprazole Tablets with Sensor) best taken?

Use aripiprazole tablets with sensor as ordered by your doctor. Read all information given to you. Follow all instructions closely.

What do I do if I miss a dose?

What are some side effects that I need to call my doctor about right away?

WARNING/CAUTION: Even though it may be rare, some people may have very bad and sometimes deadly side effects when taking a drug. Tell your doctor or get medical help right away if you have any of the following signs or symptoms that may be related to a very bad side effect:

Vraylar, sertraline, trazodone, fluoxetine, quetiapine, lamotrigine, venlafaxine, Lexapro, citalopram, aripiprazole

What are some other side effects of Aripiprazole Tablets with Sensor?

All drugs may cause side effects. However, many people have no side effects or only have minor side effects. Call your doctor or get medical help if any of these side effects or any other side effects bother you or do not go away:

These are not all of the side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, call your doctor. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects.

You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-332-1088. You may also report side effects at https://www.fda.gov/medwatch.

If OVERDOSE is suspected:

If you think there has been an overdose, call your poison control center or get medical care right away. Be ready to tell or show what was taken, how much, and when it happened.

How do I store and/or throw out Aripiprazole Tablets with Sensor?

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