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aripiprazole parenteral; aripiprazole lauroxil (Aristada)
Indications:
- treatment of adults with schizophrenia
Dosage:
- IM injection every 4-6 weeks into the arm or buttocks
Adverse effects:
- akasthesia (most common)
Interactions
drug adverse effects of antipsychotic agents
monitor with atypical antipsychotic agents
General
aripiprazole (Abilify)
parenteral agent
References
- FDA News Release. Oct 6, 2015
FDA approves new injectable drug to treat schizophrenia.
http://www.fda.gov/NewsEvents/Newsroom/PressAnnouncements/ucm465801.htm