Abilify
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hi I am 16 years old and I was prescribed abilify . I think I am getting seizures in my sleep, can it cause this ?
A: Abilify is prescribed for Bipolar disorder. If you are having sleep disturbances, notify your doctor, not Yahoo answers!
And read up on the side effects:
http://bipolar-disorder.emedtv.com/abilify/abilify-side-effects.htmlhttp://bipolar-disorder.emedtv.com/abilify/abilify-side-effects.html
Q: When do the side effects of Abilify subside?
I recently started on Abilify at 10 mg a day about a week ago and I switched from Zyprexa. Now I am having bad insomnia and consistent nausea throughout the day. Will these side effects lessen over time? How about a lower dower will that lessen the side effects? Any way in general to improve these side effects? Thanks in advance.
A: How long have you been on the Abilify? Did you stop the Zyprexa at the same time? It will take about 4 weeks for the withdrawals of Zyprexa to be fully gone as well as 4 weeks for the side effects to fully lessen on Abilify.
Insomnia is something that can happen with Abilify so in your case it's best taken in the morning. The nausea can be lessened by taking Abilify with a meal, preferably breakfast if you take it in the morning.
Also, be sure to tell your doctor exactly what you are going through so he/she can help you best.
Feel better soon...
Andy...
Q: How much time before bed time should Abilify be taken?
On my prescription bottle it says to take one pill every night before bed time. But I don't really know if that means right at bed time or an hour or two before bed time. Does anyone taking Abilify know?
A: It means generally when you don't mind being drowsy for a while. Most people take it and other "at bedtime" meds right before they plan on sleeping. Others may take it an hour to 30 minutes prior. Either way is okay as long as you remember to always take it around the same time of day.
Q: How good is lexapro with abilify?
Lexapro is okay for me right now, but how well does abilify supplement it?
A: Lexapro is an SSRI antidepressant. Abilify (aripiprizole) is an anti-psychotic. They work in different ways so abilify will not supplement Lexapro. Look both of them up in a Yahoo! web search for much more info on their compatibility.
Q: What kind of side effects did you have while on Abilify?
I just started taking Abilify today for anxiety. Just wondering how it worked for others, and what kind of side effects people had.
Thanks.
A: my daughter took it for awhile and just made her zombie like. and she slept alot, and was always tired.
i'm not saying these will be the same for you, because everyone reacts differently.
Q: Will cutting down to 1mg of abilify from 2mg help my depression?
Ive been taking abilify for about 2 weeks now and ive seen some difference but ive also been having a couple side effects (tightness in my fingers and feeling on edge). I called my doctor and told him and he said to cut it half and see if that helps. I havent dont that yet because im not sure if doing this will help my bi polar disorder or not.
A: I would try cutting it. That is a low dose. If it doesn't work, seek something that will. My son was a zombie on 5mg 2x a day. Now I split a 5mg per day, and he's himself.
Q: Can taking abilify and xanax at the same be fatal?
The Xanax are .25, but I plan on taking enough to get a little messed up. With two abilify to put me to sleep tonight.
A: By checking out WebMD, it doesn't look like it. Read & verify for yourself though.
Abilify:
http://www.webmd.com/drugs/drug-64439-Abilify+Oral.aspx?drugid=64439&drugname=Abilify+Oral&source=2
Xanax:
http://www.webmd.com/drugs/drug-9824-Xanax+Oral.aspx?drugid=9824&drugname=Xanax+Oral
Q: Does the vomiting side effect of abilify go away?
My son started taking abilify a couple of weeks ago. He has vomited every few days since starting. We know this is a side effect but haven't found any information as to whether it goes away. Anyone out there who has used abilify and had this side effect - does it subside or stay constant? We also have the same question about the dizziness. Thanks!
A: May be this is result of Overdose
Detailed Information about Abilify:
http://www.prescription-drug-24.com/abilify.html
What happens if I overdose?
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Seek emergency medical attention if you think you have used too much of this medicine. Overdose symptoms may include drowsiness, vomiting, agitation, aggression, confusion, tremors, fast or slow heart rate, seizure (convulsions), trouble breathing, feeling light-headed, or fainting.
How you should take Abilify
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Take Abilify exactly as it was prescribed for you. Do not take the medication in larger amounts, or take it for longer than recommended by your doctor. Follow the directions on your prescription label.
Do not take aripiprazole for longer than 6 weeks unless your doctor has told you to. Take each dose with a full glass of water.
Abilify can be taken with or without food.
Abilify is usually taken once a day. Follow your doctor 's instructions.
Measure the liquid form of Abilify with a special dose-measuring spoon or cup, not a regular table spoon. If you do not have a dose-measuring device, ask your pharmacist where you can get one.
To take aripiprazole orally disintegrating tablets (Abilify Discmelt):
Keep the tablet in its blister pack until you are ready to take the medicine. Open the package and peel back the foil from the tablet blister. Do not push a tablet through the foil or you may damage the tablet.
Using dry hands, remove the tablet and place it in your mouth. It will begin to dissolve right away.
Do not swallow the tablet whole. Allow it to dissolve in your mouth without chewing.
Swallow several times as the tablet dissolves. If desired, you may drink liquid to help swallow the dissolved tablet.
It is important to take Abilify regularly to get the most benefit.
To be sure this medication is helping your condition, your doctor will need to check your progress on a regular basis. It is important that you not miss any scheduled visits to your doctor.
Store Abilify tablets at room temperature away from moisture and heat.
Abilify oral solution should be stored in the refrigerator and can be used for up to 6 months after opening.
What you should avoid while taking Abilify.
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Abilify can cause side effects that may impair your thinking or reactions. Be careful if you drive or do anything that requires you to be awake and alert.
Avoid getting up too fast from a sitting or lying position, or you may feel dizzy. Get up slowly and steady yourself to prevent a fall.
Avoid drinking alcohol, which can increase some of the side effects of Abilify.
Avoid becoming overheated or dehydrated. Drink plenty of fluids, especially in hot weather and during exercise. It is easier to become dangerously overheated and dehydrated while you are taking Abilify.
Q: What kind of drug is seroquel called?What kind of drug is abilify called?
I'm allergic to abilify so I'm taking seroquel.What other choices would I have? My reaction to abilify was bad. Muscle twitching , loss of movement in my jaw and face swelled up.
What med could I bring up with my doctor that is not a sedating as seroquel?
A: They are usually called antipsychotics or neuroleptics. Other drugs in this class include Risperdal, geodon, and zyprexa.
Q: What's the best dose of Abilify to use for depression?
I'm taking abilify 5mg on top of Parnate 40mg. I want to know if that's the best dose. Does anyone also on Abilify plus an MAOI know the best dose?
A: Dosages of medication are individualistic, just as which antidepressant works best for which person is individualistic. I take 5 mg of Abilify for depression, along with other medications, albeit not an MAOI. Your doctor has to look at what other meds you take, possible drug interactions, side effects, and other factors. So, finding the "best" dose for you is going to be done by talking to your doctor who knows you and can decide what will work best with your other meds, the possible drug interactions, etc.
Q: Is it safe to take diuretics while taking Abilify?
over the counter ones? because i am retaining water. and no i cant call my psychiatrist because i dont have one, i was prescribed abilify when i was in a mental hospital and never had a psychiatrist. thanks!
A: i guess that could depend on what sort of diuretic you're taking exactly. and i also would advice you to find a psychiatrist who monitors your health, if you want to/have to keep taking psychotropic drugs.
Q: How is Abilify alone for depression?
I've heard of Abilify being used with antidepressants for depression but because of the bipolar/mania risk, I can no longer take antidepressants, but Abilify I am currently on 5mg. How good is Abilify alone for depression? Does anyone here take Abilify by itself for depression? How does it work for you?
A: Abilify main purpose is used as a mood stabilizer, and it's usually used to treat bi-polar disorder, I have heard of it being used for depression when accompany by severe anger. If your having manic moods then abilify should help the mania and the depression that comes along with it.
Q: Do Abilify and Coffee in the Morning Improve Concetration?
I'm taking Abilify at night, but I would like to switch to morning along with coffee to see if it improves my concentration. I want to have the best of both worlds, less paranoiac and more concetration.
Can anyone gives me some feeback?
A: FOR SOME PEOPLE YES... FOR ME NO.
Q: Why do doctors prescribe Abilify if one of the side-effects is death?
Would it be ludicrous to suggest, or a symptom of a paranoid personality disorder to suggest that the reason doctors prescribe Abilify to manic-depressives even though one side-effect is death is because it is sort of like an ethnic cleansing only instead of by race by mental condition? In other words, to get rid of the mentally ill once and for good?
A: Because that is a rare side effect and it as rare as like 1 in a billion there is also many other side effects.. They give it and the reason is because the good way outways the bad
Q: How to counteract the sleepiness caused by Abilify?
I am taking Abilify. I am less depressed, but one of the major side effect is sleepiness. I want to sleep the whole day. It´s so hard to stay up. My eyes close. One day i´m restless, the other day i´m sleepy. Did this happen to you? Does this symptom of sleepiness goes away in a month??? How to counteract the sleepiness caused by Abilify??PLEASE HELP
I already take abilify before bedtime
A: I would suggest that you take your abilify before bedtime. That way you will also get the benefit of a good nights sleep. I am glad that you are less depressed with the Ability.