Abilify
Abilify (aripiprazole) is an atypical antipsychotic. It works by acting as a partial agonist at dopamine D2 and serotonin 5-HT1A receptors, and an antagonist at serotonin 5-HT2A receptors, which helps to regulate mood, thinking, and behavior.
Dosage by Body Weight
Standard oral dosing for adults typically ranges from 2 mg to 30 mg once daily, with or without food. Pediatric dosing (for approved indications in children aged 6-18) is initiated at low doses (e.g., 2 mg daily) and titrated slowly. Dosage must be strictly individualized by a healthcare professional.
- Body Weight
- Below 5 kg
- Dose
- Not recommended
- Frequency
- Do not use
- Tracking Notes
- Safety and efficacy have not been established for infants or children in this weight range.
- Body Weight
- 5-7 kg
- Dose
- Not recommended
- Frequency
- Do not use
- Tracking Notes
- Safety and efficacy have not been established for infants or children in this weight range.
- Body Weight
- 8-10 kg
- Dose
- Highly individualized
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Tracking Notes
- Extremely rare; only under strict guidance of a pediatric specialist if clinically indicated.
- Body Weight
- 11-15 kg
- Dose
- Highly individualized
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Tracking Notes
- Dosing typically starts at 2 mg daily and is titrated slowly. Must be strictly monitored by a physician.
- Body Weight
- 16-20 kg
- Dose
- Highly individualized
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Tracking Notes
- Requires slow titration starting at 2 mg daily, adjusting based on response and tolerability under medical supervision.
| Body Weight | Dose | Frequency | Tracking Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Below 5 kg | Not recommended | Do not use | Safety and efficacy have not been established for infants or children in this weight range. |
| 5-7 kg | Not recommended | Do not use | Safety and efficacy have not been established for infants or children in this weight range. |
| 8-10 kg | Highly individualized | Once daily | Extremely rare; only under strict guidance of a pediatric specialist if clinically indicated. |
| 11-15 kg | Highly individualized | Once daily | Dosing typically starts at 2 mg daily and is titrated slowly. Must be strictly monitored by a physician. |
| 16-20 kg | Highly individualized | Once daily | Requires slow titration starting at 2 mg daily, adjusting based on response and tolerability under medical supervision. |
Formulation
Purpose
Used to treat schizophrenia, bipolar I disorder (manic or mixed episodes), major depressive disorder (as an add-on treatment), irritability associated with autistic disorder, and Tourette's disorder.
Generic Name
AripiprazoleScheduled Drug
No. This medicine is generally not treated as a scheduled/prescription-only drug in common consumer references, but local rules may vary.