Q: What Medications Negatively Interact with Abilify (Aripiprazole)?
A: Avoid taking Aripiprazole with:
(antibiotic) Clarithromycin (Biaxin®)
(antidepressant) Fluoxetine (Prozac®), Paroxetine (Paxil®), and Nefazodone
(antifungal) Fluconazole (Diflucan®), Ketoconazole (Nizoral®), and Itraconazole (Sporanox®)
(HIV medication) Protease Inhibitors Indinavir (Crixivan®), Ritonavir (Norvir®), Aaquinavir (Fortovase®, Invirase®), and lopinavir/Ritonavir (Kaletra®)
Q: How long before Abilify (Aripiprazole) takes effect?
A: This medication can take upwards to two weeks, and in extreme cases 2-3 months before the full benefit is felt in a patient. During this time it is important to stay in touch with your doctor to understand if this medication is right for you.
Q: How do I store and dispose of this medication?
A: Store the tablets in the container given to you by your pharmacist at room temperature. Disposing of this medication should be done if there are any unused tablets after 6 months or if the expiry date has passed. Disposing of this medication should be done in a way that avoids direct contact with children or pets. Do not flush the medication down the toilet, and seek out pharmaceutical take-back programs if they are available in your local area.
Q: What happens if I get suicidal thoughts while taking Aripiprazole?
A: If you are currently being treated with medication for depression consult your doctor for any changes in behaviour as you begin your treatment with Aripiprazole.
Q: There are doses ranging from 2mg to 30mg what should I order?
A: Abilify comes in a range of dose sizes. Your doctor has prescribed a specific dosage based on the diagnosis. Choose the right dose size based on your doctors instructions for treatment.