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Aripiprazole
About Aripiprazole
A third generation antipsychotic marketed as Abilify. Aripiprazole treats schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and is used as an adjunct for depression. It has a unique mechanism as a partial dopamine agonist, providing antipsychotic effects with fewer movement side effects. Aripiprazole is one of the most prescribed antipsychotic medications. It has a long half life. Side effects include restlessness, weight gain, and compulsive behaviors including gambling, which has led to lawsuits.
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