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Abilify Side Effects

The most common side effects of Abilify include:

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Constipation
  • Anxiety
  • Insomnia
  • Restlessness
  • Headache
  • Dizziness
  • Weight changes
  • Diarrhea
  • Drooling
  • Heartburn

Patients should call their doctor immediately if they experience any of the following side effects:

  • High fever
  • Rigid muscles
  • Shaking
  • Confusion
  • Sweating
  • Palpitations
  • Increased blood pressure
  • Uncontrollable body movements
  • Difficulty swallowing
Things to Know, Precautions, Things to Ask Your Physician: 

Patients with diabetes or trouble regulating their blood sugar should consult their doctor before starting Abilify because taking this medicine may cause an increase in blood sugar.

Abilify and other similar antidepressants may make the symptoms of depression worse. It is important to pay attention to a patient’s behavior because Abilify can cause suicidal thoughts, tendencies, or other depressive and abnormal behaviors.

Women who are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding should consult their doctor before beginning treatment with Abilify.

What to Avoid When Taking the Drug: 

Abilify can affect a patient’s ability to regulate body temperature. Patients should avoid overheating and dehydration.

Patients should avoid drinking alcohol or breastfeeding while taking Abilify.

Avoid driving or engaging in hazardous activities until you know how Abilify will affect your mental alertness.

Dizziness or feeling lightheaded when standing up quickly is common for patients who take Abilify. Patients should stand up slowly to avoid this reaction.

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