What is the brand name for Aripiprazole?
The brand name for Aripiprazole is Abilify.
PTCB TOP 200 · #95
Aripiprazole
Abilify
Aripiprazole is the generic name for the brand-name drug Abilify. It is an atypical antipsychotic used to treat schizophrenia, bipolar, depression. On the PTCE Top 200 drug list, Aripiprazole ranks #95 and is one of the most frequently tested cns/psych medications — commonly quizzed on its brand–generic pair, drug class, and key side effects.
| Generic name | Aripiprazole |
|---|---|
| Brand name(s) | Abilify |
| Drug class | Atypical antipsychotic |
| Class group | CNS/Psych |
| Common use | schizophrenia, bipolar, depression |
| DEA schedule | Unscheduled |
| Availability | Prescription only (Rx) |
What is Aripiprazole used for?
Atypical antipsychotic used for schizophrenia and bipolar I disorder; also used for irritability in autism, Tourette’s disorder, and as adjunct in major depressive disorder (per label).
What drug class is Aripiprazole?
Aripiprazole is an Atypical antipsychotic in the CNS/Psych group. Knowing the class is the fastest way to predict its uses, side effects, and the brand↔generic pairs the PTCE tests.
Common side effects of Aripiprazole
- arrow_rightAkathisia (restlessness)
- arrow_rightHeadache
- arrow_rightNausea
- arrow_rightInsomnia
- arrow_rightAnxiety
- arrow_rightWeight gain
- arrow_rightConstipation
Major interactions
- arrow_rightCYP2D6 inhibitors (e.g., fluoxetine, paroxetine) ↑ aripiprazole levels—often need dose reduction
- arrow_rightCYP3A4 inhibitors (e.g., ketoconazole, clarithromycin) ↑ levels; CYP3A4 inducers (e.g., carbamazepine, rifampin) ↓ levels
- arrow_rightOther CNS depressants/alcohol ↑ sedation and impairment
- arrow_rightAdditive hypotension with antihypertensives
Is Aripiprazole a controlled substance?
No. Aripiprazole is not a federally controlled substance (it is unscheduled by the DEA).
warning Boxed warning
WARNING: Increased mortality in elderly patients with dementia‑related psychosis; and suicidal thoughts/behaviors with antidepressant drugs in pediatric and young adult patients.
How to remember Aripiprazole (PTCE mnemonic)
ABILify gives ABILity to function — ari-PIPRA-zole is partial D2 agonist (DOPAMINE STABILIZER). Akathisia (restlessness), less metabolic SE; elderly dementia boxed.
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PTCE exam tip
Aripiprazole (Abilify) is an atypical antipsychotic; like its class it carries the elderly-dementia boxed warning.
Aripiprazole FAQ
What is Aripiprazole used for?
Aripiprazole is used to treat schizophrenia, bipolar, depression. Atypical antipsychotic used for schizophrenia and bipolar I disorder; also used for irritability in autism, Tourette’s disorder, and as adjunct in major depressive disorder (per label).
What drug class is Aripiprazole?
Aripiprazole is an Atypical antipsychotic (CNS/Psych group).
Is Aripiprazole a controlled substance?
No. Aripiprazole is not a federally controlled substance (it is unscheduled by the DEA).
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