Abilify Patient, Information, Instructions - Aripiprazole

Abilify Patient, Information, Instructions - Aripiprazole

PATIENT INFORMATION

Physicians are advised to discuss the following issues with patients for whom they prescribe ABILIFY:

Because aripiprazole may have the potential to impair judgment, thinking, or motor skills, patients should be cautioned about operating hazardous machinery, including automobiles, until they are reasonably certain that aripiprazole therapy does not affect them adversely.

Patients should be advised to notify their physician if they become pregnant or intend to become pregnant during therapy with ABILIFY.

Patients should be advised not to breast-feed an infant if they are taking ABILIFY.

Patients should be advised to inform their physicians if they are taking, or plan to take, any prescription or over-the-counter drugs, since there is a potential for interactions.

Patients should be advised to avoid alcohol while taking ABILIFY.

Patients should be advised regarding appropriate care in avoiding overheating and dehydration.