Here the authors present a case of hypersexuality and new-onset homosexual
Rarely, Abilify can cause sexual side effects
Hypersexuality is another manifestation of Abilify’s effects on impulse control
large, hive-like swelling on the face, eyelids, lips, tongue, throat, hands, legs, feet, or sex organs; redness of the skin; tightness in the chest; unusual tiredness or
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This medicine may also be used in combination with antidepressants to treat major depressive disorder
Your doctor may adjust your dose as needed
Abilify is also sometimes prescribed to treat symptoms of depression, bipolar disorder, autism spectrum disorder, and Tourette’s syndrome
Nausea and vomiting, constipation, and headache are some of the most common Abilify side effects
dose 50% in poor CYP2D6 metabolizers; periodically reassess need for tx; D/C if ANC <1000; consider D/C if unexplained decr
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ABILIFY MAINTENA ® (aripiprazole) is a prescription medicine given by injection by a healthcare professional for: treatment of schizophrenia in adults
It is sometimes used to treat symptoms of ADHD off-label
400 mg intermuscular plus oral aripiprazole 10-20 mg for 2 weeks; Aristada
Increased risk of suicidal thinking and behavior in children, adolescents, and young adults taking antidepressants
The most common side effects of ABILIFY in children include: feeling sleepy, headache, vomiting, fatigue, increased or decreased appetite, increased saliva or drooling, insomnia, nausea, stuffy nose, weight gain, uncontrolled movement such as restlessness or tremor, and muscle stiffness
Adult 400 mg every month, minimum of 26 days between injections, treatment with 10–20 mg oral aripiprazole daily should be continued for 14 consecutive days after the first injection, for dose adjustment due to side-effects and for advice on missed doses—consult product literature, alternatively (by intramuscular injection using depot injection) initially
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Speak with your doctor if any sexual issues arise during treatment, as alternative therapies may be available