Abilify Drug Interactions (Cont.)

Abilify Interactions Explained

The following sections explain in detail the potentially negative interactions that can occur when Abilify is combined with any of the drugs listed above.
 
Alcohol
It is not recommended that you drink alcohol while taking Abilify. The combination of alcohol and Abilify may cause unwanted side effects (see Alcohol and Abilify).
 
Certain Antibiotics or Antifungals
Taking Abilify with certain antibiotics or antifungal medications may raise the level of Abilify in your blood, increasing your risk of side effects. If you are taking these drugs together, your healthcare provider may need to lower your Abilify dosage.
 
Certain Anticonvulsants
Taking Abilify with certain anticonvulsants (seizure medications) can decrease the level of Abilify in your blood, possibly making it less effective. If you are taking these drugs together, your healthcare provider may need to increase your dose of Abilify.
 
Certain Antidepressants
Taking Abilify with certain antidepressants may raise the level of Abilify in your blood, increasing your risk of side effects. If you are taking these drugs together, your healthcare provider may need to lower your Abilify dosage.
 
Cimetidine (Tagamet)
Taking Abilify with cimetidine may raise the level of Abilify in your blood, increasing your risk of side effects. If you are taking these drugs together, your healthcare provider may need to lower your Abilify dosage.
 
Imatinib (Gleevec)
Taking Abilify with imatinib may raise the level of Abilify in your blood, increasing your risk of side effects. If you are taking these drugs together, your healthcare provider may need to lower your Abilify dosage.
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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
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