# Aripiprazole (Abilify)

Source: https://ourhealthnetwork.com/drugs/aripiprazole
Data: FDA Orange Book and OpenFDA, refreshed periodically

## What is Aripiprazole?

Aripiprazole (brand name: Abilify) is an atypical antipsychotic. It is prescribed to treat schizophrenia. Across the United States, 71,000 doctors prescribe Aripiprazole to approximately 388,000 Medicare patients.

## Brand names

Abilify

## Indications

Aripiprazole is primarily prescribed for the treatment of schizophrenia.

## Conditions treated

- [Schizophrenia](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/schizophrenia)

## Mechanism of action

The mechanism of action of aripiprazole in schizophrenia is unclear. However, the efficacy of aripiprazole in the listed indications could be mediated through a combination of partial agonist activity at D 2 and 5-HT 1A receptors and antagonist activity at 5-HT 2A receptors.

## Drug classification

- Established Pharmacologic Class: Atypical Antipsychotic
- Route of administration: ORAL

## Common side effects

anxiety, constipation, dizziness, headache, insomnia, nausea, somnolence, vomiting

## Sources and disclaimers

- FDA Orange Book and OpenFDA dataset
- This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a healthcare professional before starting, stopping, or changing any medication.

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