Is A Prescription Required To Purchase Abilify?

A Prescription is required to acquire Abilify from our verified Canadian online pharmacy.

What Is the Drug Abilify Used for?

The medication Abilify is used for the treatment of symptoms of schizophrenia in adults and adolescents (15-17 years of age). It treats symptoms such as hearing, seeing or sensing things that are not there, mistaken beliefs, suspiciousness, incoherent speech and behavior, emotional flatness, depression, guilt, anxiety or tension. This medication is also used to treat adults and adolescents (13-17 years of age) who suffer from manic or mixed episodes of bipolar I disorder with symptoms such as feeling unconquerable, inflated self-esteem, racing thoughts, overreaction to what is seen or heard, misinterpretation of events, sped-up activities, talking very quickly, too loudly or more than usual, decreased need for sleep, poor judgment. Abilify is also used to treat symptoms of depression in adults along with an antidepressant medicine. It is prescribed when a patient dose not respond adequately to an antidepressant alone. It is important to know that Abilify does not cure your condition. It can only help to manage your symptoms and reduce the risk of relapse. Your doctor may prescribe this medication to you for another reason. Ask your doctor if you have any questions about why this medication has been prescribed to you.

How Does Abilify Work In the Body?

Abilify (Aripiprazole) belongs to a class of medications known as atypical antipsychotics. It acts by affecting the chemicals that allow communication between the nerve cells in the brain. It helps to adjust the chemical imbalance in the brain by adjusting two important chemicals called as serotonin and dopamine.

How Is Abilify Supplied and Stored?

Abilify, a product of Otsuka Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd, is available in in different dosages of 2 mg, 5 mg, 10 mg, 15 mg, 20 mg and 30 mg in quantities of 90 tablets. The medication should be stored at a temperature of 15°C to 30°C, away from heat and moisture. It should be kept well out of sight and reach of children.

What Is the Cost of Abilify?

Our Canadawide pharmacy is pleased to offer you the generic Abilify 10 mg at an unbeatable price of $761 for a supply of 90 tablets, which is $8.46 per tablet. The average Abilify price is $759.02 for a supply of 30 tablet, which is $25.3 per tablet. Save up to 67% if your compare the prices and buy Abilify online.

Is Abilify Used For ADD?

Antipsychotics are used as off label medications to treat Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) in children. However, they have not been approved by FDA for this purpose.

Is Abilify Used As A Mood Stabilizer?

The medication Aripiprazole is effective in treatment of acute manic episodes of bipolar disorder in adults and adolescents. However, it is useful only for the manic phases and does not have an effect on the depressive phases. Abilify is given as a co-therapy with lithium or other mood stabilizing agents for treatment of mixed or manic episodes of illness in bipolar disorder.

Is Abilify Good For Depression?

Abilify is also prescribed for the treatment of depression in adults along with other antidepressant medications. It is used when a patient does not respond adequately to an antidepressant alone or when different antidepressant medications have been tried. It is basically prescribed as an add-on treatment with other antidepressants, when an antidepressant treatment alone is not enough to treat the depressive illness.

Can Abilify Cause Aggressive Behavior?

Abilify can lead to aggression in some cases. Patients and their families should be encouraged to notice any change in behavior with intake of Abilify such as new anxiety, agitation, panic attacks, insomnia, irritability, aggressiveness, hostility, impulsivity, mania or other unusual changes especially during the early phases of treatment.

Can Abilify Cause You To Lose Weight?

The prescribing information of Abilify reports weight gain as a side effect of Abilify. Your doctor should check your weight before you start the medication and continue to monitor it throughout the treatment period.

How Should I Take Abilify?

It is important to take Abilify exactly as prescribed by your doctor. The prescribed dose should be taken daily at the same time every day, with or without food. Even if you feel better, do not stop taking the medication without talking to your doctor. Do not change the dose of Abilify without consulting your health care professional.

How Long Does It Take For Abilify To Kick In?

Abilify can take a few days, sometimes a few weeks, before it starts to help you. If you do not see any improvement by the end of 2-3 weeks, consult your doctor. It can take up to 4-6 weeks, for Abilify to produce full effect.

Can I Stop Taking Abilify Cold Turkey?

Although, Abilify does not come under the class of addictive medicines, but you should not stop the medication abruptly. Abrupt withdrawal of the drug can lead to unpleasant symptoms such as insomnia, delusions, hallucinations and other bipolar symptoms. Always consult your doctor before reducing its dose or discontinuing Abilify.

What Should Be Avoided While Taking Abilify?

Abilify can cause sleepiness or drowsiness in some patients. Do not drive a car or operate heavy machinery, until you know how Abilify affects you.

Can I Drink Alcohol While Taking Abilify?

Abilify can worsen the effects of alcohol. It is recommended not to drink any alcoholic beverages while taking Abilify.

How is Abilify Metabolized in Body?

Abilify (aripiprazole) is metabolized in liver to its major metabolite dehydro-aripiprazole. Abilify and dehydro-aripiprazole have a half-life of approximately 75 hours and 90 hours, respectively.

What Is The Effect Of Abilify On Newborns?

In some cases, babies who are born to mothers taking Abilify during pregnancy have experienced severe symptoms that require them to be hospitalized. The new born can have difficulty in breathing, is overly sleepy, has muscle stiffness or floppy muscles, is shaking and is has difficulty in breathing.

What Are The Possible Side Effects of Abilify?

Like all other medications, Abilify can also cause side effects. Some of the side effects are mild and temporary however some of them are serious and need medical attention. Some side effects occur more frequently in adolescents as compared to adults such as abnormal movements, drowsiness and weight gain. Most common side effects of Abilify include restlessness, drowsiness, tremors, abnormal movements, nausea, vomiting, stomach upset, dizziness, constipation, headache, insomnia, anxiety, sleep apnea (a condition where your breathing is interrupted while sleeping), sleep walking, eating while asleep, increased weight, increased blood sugar, decreased in amount of white blood cells, difficulty swallowing which can lead to choking, decrease in blood pressure, hypersexuality (uncontrollable sexual behavior of severity or duration that causes distress), an urge to gamble, spend money to eat (binge eating) or other urges. Some uncommon side effects include muscle twitching, abnormal movement of your face or tongue, stroke along with sudden weakness or numbness of face, arms or legs, allergic reaction with symptoms of rashes, itching, swelling in face, throat, tongue or mouth, seizures, neuroleptic malignant syndrome characterized by muscle stiffness, high fever, irregular heartbeat, sweating, state of confusion or reduced consciousness, longer lasting and painful erection of penis (priapism), blood clotting, sudden chest pain, difficulty in breathing and heart palpitations. These are not all the side effects of Abilify. In case you experience any unexpected effect, immediately consult your doctor or pharmacist.

When Should You Not Take Abilify?

Do not take Abilify if you have had any allergic reaction to aripiprazole or any of other ingredients in Abilify.

What Should You Tell Your Doctor Before Taking Abilify?

Before you start taking Abilify, be sure to tell your doctor if you:

• Are taking any other prescription or over the counter medicinesc
• Are pregnant or planning a pregnancy. You should not take the medication if you are pregnant unless you have discussed with your doctor
• Are breast-feeding or planning to breast-feed. Breast-feeding mothers should not take Abilify
• Have high blood sugar or family history of diabetes
• Have low white blood cell count
• Ever had seizures or blackouts
• Suffer from involuntary muscle movements especially in facec
• Have heart disease or a family history of heart disease or had a stroke in pastF
• Have irregular heartbeats
• Have high blood pressure or rapid heartbeat
• Suffer from a drop in blood pressure while getting up
• Are an elderly patient suffering from dementia (loss of memory and other mental abilities)
• Are at the risk of developing blood clots due to family history, age over 65 years, smoking, obesity, recent major surgery (like hip or knee replacement), immobility, oral contraceptives
• Exercise vigorously or work in hot or sunny places
• Drink alcohol or use recreational drugs
• Have abused drugs in past
• Have a history of gambling or impulse control disorders
• Have a history of sleep apnea (a sleep disorder where your breathing is interrupted during sleep)
• Suffer from lactose intolerance or have hereditary galactose intolerance, glucose-galactose malabsorption, because Abilify tablets contain lactose

What Medicines Can Interact With Abilify?

It is important to tell your health care professional about all other medicines that you have taken recently including any kind of supplements and non-prescription drugs. Medicines which interact with Abilify include:

• Ketoconazole (an antifungal drug)
• Quinidine (used to treat arrhythmias)
• Paroxetine or fluoxetine (antidepressant medications)
• Carbamazepine (used for treatment of seizures)
• Medicines used to lower the blood pressure such as beta-blockers

Where Can I Buy Abilify Online?

If prescribed by your health care professional, Abilify can be bought directly from Canadian Online Pharmacy. You will not have to wait to start your therapy due to the swift shipping service provided by us.

How Is Abilify Delivered?

The standard delivery fee is $10.00. The orders are usually shipped in 2-3 working days after the processing of the order. The medication package is delivered by regular mail within 10-14 business days after it has been shipped.

For further information and aid, you can contact our Customer Service at 604-581-4000 or email us at customerservice@canadawidepharmacy.com.

References:

1. http://www.foxnews.com/health/2014/01/22/antipsychotics-helpful-in-subset-kids-with-adhd.html
2. http://otsukacanada.com/docs/default-source/default-document-library/product-monographs/abilify_pm_e.pdf?sfvrsn=10
3. https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2014/021436s038,021713s030,021729s022,021866s023lbl.pdf
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5. https://www.goodtherapy.org/drugs/abilify-aripiprazole.html

DESCRIPTION

Abilify (Aripiprazole) is an is an anti-psychotic drug Rx medication that is used for the medical treatment of psychotic conditions and disorders such as schizophrenia and bipolar disorder.

This drug also is used with other medications for the treatment of major depression in adults.

The exact mechanism of action of Abilify is unknown. Moreover, like other anti-psychotics, it blocks several receptors on the nerves of the brain for several neurotransmitters (chemicals that nerves use to communicate with each other). It is thought that its beneficial effect is due to its effects on dopamine and serotonin receptors. Its effects on these receptors are complex, involving stimulation of the receptors but to a lesser degree than the naturally-occurring neurotransmitters (a process called partial agonism).

Aripiprazole is used for the treatment of:

• Schizophrenia;
• Bipolar disorder;
• Irritability associated with autistic disorder;
• Tourette's disorder;
• Major depression in adults (along with other medications used for the treatment of depression);
• Mixed manic/depressive episodes (as sole or adjunctive therapy) and as adjunctive (add-on) therapy for major depressive disorder;
• Agitation associated with schizophrenia or bipolar mania.

PACKAGING

Brand Abilify comes from Canada and is manufactured by Bristol-Myers Squibb and no generic Aripiprazole available. Abilify medication is available in different dosages of 2mg, 5mg, 10mg, 15mg, 20mg, 30mg and quantities in 90 tablets.

Keep this medication in the container it came in, tightly closed, and out of the sight and reach of children and pets. Store it at room temperature and away from excess heat and moisture (not in the bathroom).

And please, do not dispose of medications in wastewater (e.g. down the sink or in the toilet) or in household garbage. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medications that are no longer needed or have expired. These measures will help to protect the (our) environment. Please note that the manufacturing country and the manufacturer may vary depending on the availability.

DELIVERY

The standard shipping fee is a flat rate of $10.00. Orders are normally dispatched in 2-3 working days after the order is processed. Your package will be delivered by regular mail in 10-14 business days after it is shipped out.

SIDE-EFFECTS

Please keep in mind that, just because a side effect is listed here does not mean that all people using this medicine will experience any side effect – we are all different.

Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Stop using aripiprazole and call your doctor at once if you have a serious side effect such as:

• fever, stiff muscles, confusion, sweating, fast or uneven heartbeats;
• jerky muscle movements you cannot control;
• sudden numbness or weakness, headache, confusion, or problems with vision, speech, or balance;
• fever, chills, body aches, flu symptoms, sores in your mouth and throat;
• increased thirst or urination, loss of appetite, fruity breath odor, drowsiness, dry skin, nausea, and vomiting;
• seizure (convulsions);
• thoughts of hurting yourself;
• feeling like you might pass out;
• jaundice (yellowing of your skin or eyes); or
• urinating less than usual or not at all.

Less serious side effects may include:

• choking or trouble swallowing;
• dizziness, drowsiness, or weakness;
• constipation, mild stomach upset;
• headache, anxiety;
• sleep problems (insomnia); or
• weight gain.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects – particularly if they are persistent.

SAFETY

You should not take aripiprazole if you are allergic to it.

Aripiprazole is not for use in psychotic conditions that are related to dementia. Aripiprazole may cause heart failure, sudden death, or pneumonia in older adults with dementia-related conditions.

To make sure you can safely take aripiprazole, tell your doctor if you have any of these other conditions:

• liver or kidney disease;
• heart disease, high blood pressure, heart rhythm problems;
• high cholesterol or triglycerides (a type of fat in the blood);
• a history of low white blood cell (WBC) counts;
• a history of heart attack or stroke;
• a history of breast cancer;
• seizures or epilepsy;
• a personal or family history of diabetes; or
• trouble swallowing.

The orally disintegrating tablet form of this medication may contain over 3 milligrams of phenylalanine per tablet. Before taking Abilify Discmelt, tell your doctor if you have phenylketonuria.

Aripiprazole may cause you to have high blood sugar (hyperglycemia). Talk to your doctor if you have any signs of hyperglycemia such as increased thirst or urination, excessive hunger, or weakness. If you are diabetic, check your blood sugar levels on a regular basis while you are taking aripiprazole.

Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant during treatment.

Taking antipsychotic medication during the last 3 months of pregnancy may cause problems in the newborn, such as withdrawal symptoms, breathing problems, feeding problems, fussiness, tremors, and limp or stiff muscles. However, you may have withdrawal symptoms or other problems if you stop taking your medicine during pregnancy. If you become pregnant while taking aripiprazole, do not stop taking it without your doctor's advice.

Aripiprazole can pass into breast milk and may harm a nursing baby. Do not use this medication without telling your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.

This medication may impair your thinking or reactions. Be careful if you drive or do anything that requires you to be 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. Dangerous side effects could occur.

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.

Can Other Medicines Affect aripiprazole? Before you take aripiprazole, tell your doctor if you regularly use other medicines that make you sleepy (such as cold or allergy medicine, narcotic pain medicine, sleeping pills, muscle relaxers, and medicine for seizures, depression, or anxiety). They can add to sleepiness caused by aripiprazole.

Tell your doctor about all other medicines you use, especially:

• a medication to treat high blood pressure or a heart condition;
• carbamazepine (Carbatrol, Tegretol), phenobarbital (Luminal, Solfoton), or phenytoin (Dilantin);
• rifabutin (Mycobutin) or rifampin (Rifadin, Rimactane, Rifater);
• ketoconazole (Nizoral), itraconazole (Sporanox);
• quinidine (Quin-G); or
• fluoxetine (Prozac, Sarafem, Symbyax), fluvoxamine (Luvox), or paroxetine (Paxil).

This list is not complete and other drugs may interact with aripiprazole. Tell your doctor about all medications you use. This includes prescription, over-the-counter, vitamin, and herbal products. Please do not start a new medication without telling your doctor.

Long-term use of aripiprazole may lead to a potentially irreversible condition called tardive dyskinesia (involuntary movements of the jaw, lips, and tongue).

A potentially fatal complex referred to as neuroleptic malignant syndrome has been reported with anti-psychotic drugs, including Abilify. Patients who develop this syndrome may have:

• High fevers;
• Muscle rigidity;
• Altered mental status;
• Irregular pulse or blood pressure;
• Rapid heart rate;
• Excessive sweating;
• Heart arrhythmias;