inject SWI into vial; shake the vial vigorously for 30 seconds until the reconstituted suspension appears uniform, homogeneous suspension that is opaque and milky-white. Do not store reconstituted suspension in syringe Refer to manufacturer’s labeling for full preparation technique Inject full syringe contents immediately following reconstitution Immediate use is recommended; maintain vial at room temperature if dose is not immediately given; shake for 60 seconds to resuspend particles prior to injection; discard unused portion Prefilled syringe Reconstitute at room temperature Rotate the syringe plunger rod to release diluent Shake vigorously for 20 seconds or until the suspension is uniform; the resulting suspension will be milky white and opaque (refer to manufacturer’s labeling for full preparation technique) Inject full syringe contents immediately following reconstitution For both formulations, select appropriate hypodermic needle after completing IM preparation Needle for gluteal injection Nonobese patient: 22-ga, 1.5-in Obese patient: 21-ga, 2-in Needle for deltoid injection Nonobese patient: 23-ga, 1-in Obese patient: 22-ga, 1.5-in IM Preparation (Aristada) Tap syringe at least 10 times to dislodge any material which may have settled Shake the syringe vigorously for a minimum of 30 secs to ensure a uniform suspension; if the syringe is not used within 15 min, shake again for 30 secs Injection site and associated needle length 441 mg dose (deltoid): 21-ga, 1-in or 20-ga, 1.5-in 441 mg, 662 mg, 882 mg, or 1064 mg doses (gluteal): 20-ga, 1.5-in or 20-ga 2-in Attach appropriate needle with a clockwise twisting motion; do not overtighten (could lead to needle hub cracking) Prime syringe to remove air by bringing the syringe into upright position and tap the syringe to bring air to the top; remove air by depressing the plunger rod; a few drops of suspension will be released Administer the entire content IM; inject in a rapid and continuous manner in <10 seconds Cover the needle by pressing the safety device, then dispose the needle, and used and unused items in proper waste container IM Preparation (Aristada Initio) Tap syringe at least 10 times to dislodge any material which may have settled Shake the syringe vigorously for a minimum of 30 secs to ensure a uniform suspension If syringe is not used within 15 min, shake again for 30 secs Injection site and associated needle length Deltoid: 21 gauge, 1-in or 20 gauge 1.5-in Gluteal: 20 gauge, 1-in or 20 gauge 1.5-in Attach appropriate needle securely with a clockwise twisting motion; do NOT overtighten; overtightening could lead to needle hub cracking Prime syringe to remove air Bring syringe into upright position and tap the syringe to bring air to the top Inject in a rapid and continuous manner Product requires a RAPID injection; do not hesitate Administer the entire content IM; do not inject by any other route Dispose of needle and any unused items IM Administration Must be administered by a healthcare professional For IM use only; do not administer IV or SC Abilfy Maintena Slowly inject dosage volume as a single IM injection into the deltoid or gluteal muscle Do not massage the injection site Missed doses (Abilify Maintena) 2nd or 3rd dose missed (>4 wk but <5 wk since last injection): Administer injection as soon as possible 2nd or 3rd dose missed (>5 wk since last injection): Restart concomitant oral aripiprazole for 14 days with next administered injection 4th or subsequent doses missed (>4 wk but <6 wk since last injection): Administer injection as soon as possible 4th or subsequent doses missed (>6 wk since last injection): Restart concomitant oral aripiprazole for 14 days with next administered injection Aristada Administer the entire syringe content IM; inject in a rapid and continuous manner in <10 seconds 441 mg once monthly: Administer in deltoid or gluteal muscle 662 mg monthly, 882 mg monthly or q6wk: Administer in gluteal muscle 1064 mg q2mo: Administer in gluteal muscle Missed doses (Aristada) When a dose is missed, administer the next injection as soon as possible, unless the time has exceed 6-8 wk Supplemental PO doses should be the same as when the patient initiated Aristada See the following for recommendations for missed doses based on last injection dose Monthly 441 mg ≤6 wk: No PO supplementation required >6 wk and ≤7 wk: Supplement with 7 days of PO aripiprazole OR single dose of Aristada Initio >7 wk: Supplement with 21 days of PO aripiprazole OR reinitiate with a single dose of Aristada Initio and a single dose of aripiprazole 30 mg PO Monthly 662 mg, monthly 882 mg, or 882 mg q6wk ≤8 wk: No PO supplementation required >8 wk and ≤12 wk: Supplement with 7 days of PO aripiprazole OR single dose of Aristada Initio >12 wk: Supplement with 21 days of PO aripiprazole OR reinitiate with a single dose of Aristada Initio and a single dose of aripiprazole 30 mg PO 1064 mg q2mo ≤10 wk: No PO supplementation required >10 wk and ≤12 wk: Supplement with 7 days of PO aripiprazole OR single dose of Aristada Initio >12 wk: Supplement with 21 days of PO aripiprazole OR reinitiate with a single dose of Aristada Initio and a single dose of aripiprazole 30 mg PO Storage PO solution and tablets: Store 25°C (77°F), excursions permitted between 15- 30°C (59-86°F); use oral solution within 6 months after opening Abilify Maintena (prefilled dual chamber syringe): Store below 30°C (86°F); do not freeze; protect the syringe from light by storing in the original package until time of use Abilify Maintena (vial): Store at room temperature 25°C (77°F), excursions permitted between 15- 30°C (59-86°F) Aristada: Store at room temperature 25°C (77°F), excursions permitted between 15-30°C (59-86°F) Aristada Initio: Store at room temperature 20-25°C (68-77°F) with excursions permitted between 15-30°C (between 59-86°F); do not freeze Abilify MyCite Tablets Store 20-25°C (68-77°F); excursions permitted between 15-30°C (59-86°F) Do not store in humid conditions (eg, bathroom) Patch (wearable sensor) Store between 15-30°C (59-86°F) and 15-93% relative humidity BRAND FORM. UNIT PRICE PILL IMAGE aripiprazole oral- 20 mg tabletaripiprazole oral- 2 mg tabletaripiprazole oral- 15 mg tabletaripiprazole oral- 10 mg tabletaripiprazole oral- 30 mg tabletaripiprazole oral- 2 mg tabletaripiprazole oral- 30 mg tabletaripiprazole oral- 15 mg tabletaripiprazole oral- 10 mg tabletaripiprazole oral- 5 mg tabletaripiprazole oral- 10 mg tabletaripiprazole oral- 2 mg tabletaripiprazole oral- 10 mg tabletaripiprazole oral- 10 mg tabletaripiprazole oral- 30 mg tabletaripiprazole oral- 2 mg tabletaripiprazole oral- 5 mg tabletaripiprazole oral- 15 mg tabletaripiprazole oral- 15 mg tabletaripiprazole oral- 1 mg/mL solutionaripiprazole oral- 5 mg tabletaripiprazole oral- 10 mg tabletaripiprazole oral- 20 mg tabletaripiprazole oral- 5 mg tabletaripiprazole oral- 15 mg tabletaripiprazole oral- 20 mg tabletaripiprazole oral- 15 mg tabletaripiprazole oral- 5 mg tabletaripiprazole oral- 30 mg tabletaripiprazole oral- 20 mg tabletaripiprazole oral- 2 mg tabletaripiprazole oral- 10 mg tabletaripiprazole oral- 5 mg tabletaripiprazole oral- 10 mg tabletaripiprazole oral- 15 mg tabletaripiprazole oral- 15 mg tabletaripiprazole oral- 10 mg tabletaripiprazole oral- 15 mg tabletaripiprazole oral- 5 mg tabletaripiprazole oral- 10 mg tabletaripiprazole oral- 30 mg tabletaripiprazole oral- 2 mg tabletaripiprazole oral- 20 mg tabletaripiprazole oral- 10 mg tabletaripiprazole oral- 30 mg tabletaripiprazole oral- 5 mg tabletaripiprazole oral- 2 mg tabletaripiprazole oral- 1 mg/mL solutionaripiprazole oral- 1 mg/mL solutionaripiprazole oral- 20 mg tabletaripiprazole oral- 30 mg tabletaripiprazole oral- 10 mg tabletaripiprazole oral- 5 mg tabletaripiprazole oral- 10 mg tabletaripiprazole oral- 2 mg tabletaripiprazole oral- 15 mg tabletaripiprazole oral- 20 mg tabletaripiprazole oral- 15 mg tabletaripiprazole oral- 20 mg tabletaripiprazole oral- 30 mg tabletaripiprazole oral- 20 mg tabletaripiprazole oral- 15 mg tabletaripiprazole oral- 5 mg tabletaripiprazole oral- 2 mg tabletaripiprazole oral- 20 mg tabletaripiprazole oral- 2 mg tabletaripiprazole oral- 10 mg tabletaripiprazole oral- 5 mg tabletaripiprazole oral- 30 mg tabletaripiprazole oral- 20 mg tabletaripiprazole oral- 10 mg tabletaripiprazole oral- 2 mg tabletaripiprazole oral- 30 mg tabletaripiprazole oral- 15 mg tabletaripiprazole oral- 30 mg tabletaripiprazole oral- 15 mg tabletaripiprazole oral- 5 mg tabletaripiprazole oral- 30 mg tabletaripiprazole oral- 15 mg tabletaripiprazole oral- 10 mg tabletaripiprazole oral- 30 mg tabletaripiprazole oral- 15 mg tabletaripiprazole oral- 2 mg tabletaripiprazole oral- 20 mg tabletaripiprazole oral- 15 mg tabletaripiprazole oral- 10 mg tabletaripiprazole oral- 5 mg tabletaripiprazole oral- 2 mg tabletAbilify oral- 5 mg tabletAbilify oral- 2 mg tabletAbilify oral- 30 mg tabletAbilify oral- 20 mg tabletAbilify oral- 10 mg tabletAbilify oral- 15 mg tabletAbilify Maintena intramuscular- 400 mg vialAbilify Maintena intramuscular- 400 mg vialAbilify Maintena intramuscular- 300 mg syringeAbilify Maintena intramuscular- 400 mg vialAbilify Maintena intramuscular- 300 mg vialAbilify Maintena intramuscular- 300 mg vialAbilify Maintena intramuscular- 400 mg syringeCopyright © 2010 First DataBank, Inc.Select a drug:aripiprazole oralaripiprazole intramuscularPrint Patient Educationaripiprazole oral ARIPIPRAZOLE DISINTEGRATING TABLET - ORAL (AR-i-PIP-ra-zole) COMMON BRAND NAME(S): Abilify Discmelt WARNING: If you are using aripiprazole in combination with other medication to treat depression, also carefully read the drug information for the other medication.There may be a slightly increased risk of serious, possibly fatal side effects (such as stroke, heart failure, fast/irregular heartbeat, pneumonia) when this medication is used by older adults with dementia. This medication is not approved for the treatment of dementia-related behavior problems. Discuss the risks and benefits of this medication, as well as other effective and possibly safer treatments for dementia-related behavior problems, with the doctor. USES: Aripiprazole is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, Tourette's syndrome, and irritability associated with autistic disorder). It may also be used in combination with other medication to treat depression. Aripiprazole is known as an antipsychotic drug (atypical type). It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural chemicals in the brain (neurotransmitters).This medication can decrease hallucinations and improve your concentration. It helps you to think more clearly and positively about yourself, feel less nervous, and take a more active part in everyday life. Aripiprazole can treat severe mood swings and decrease how often mood swings occur. HOW TO USE: Read the Medication Guide provided by your pharmacist before you start taking aripiprazole and each time you get a refill. If you have any questions, ask your doctor or pharmacist.Take this medication by mouth with or without food as directed by your doctor, usually once daily. The dosage is based on your medical condition, response to treatment, age, and other medications you may be taking. Be sure to tell your doctor and pharmacist about all the products you use (including prescription drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products). To reduce your risk of side effects, your doctor may direct you to start this medication at a low dose and gradually increase your dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully.Do not remove the tablet from the blister pack until just before taking. Dry your hands before peeling back the foil on the blister pack to carefully remove a tablet. Do not push the tablet through the foil. The tablet is fragile and should not be cut, split, or broken before using. Place each dose on the tongue, allow it to dissolve completely, then swallow it with saliva. You do not need to take this medication with water.Do not increase your dose or use this drug more often or for longer than prescribed. Your condition will not improve any faster, and your risk of side effects will increase.It may take several weeks before you get the full benefit of this drug. Use this medication regularly to get the most benefit from it. To help you remember, take it at the same time each day.Keep taking this medication even if you feel well. Do not stop taking this medication without consulting your doctor. Some conditions may become worse when this drug is suddenly stopped. Your dose may need to be gradually decreased.Tell your doctor if your condition does not improve or if it worsens. SIDE EFFECTS: See also Warning section.Dizziness, lightheadedness, drowsiness, nausea, vomiting, tiredness, excess saliva/drooling, blurred vision, weight gain, constipation, headache, and trouble sleeping may occur. If any of these effects last or get worse, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly.Dizziness and lightheadedness can increase the risk of falling. Get up slowly when rising from a sitting or lying position.Remember that this medication has been prescribed because your doctor has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.Tell your doctor right away if you have any serious side effects, including: fainting, mental/mood changes (such as increased anxiety, depression, suicidal thoughts), trouble swallowing, restlessness (especially in