What are the possible food and drug interactions when taking Abilify?
If Abilify is taken with certain other drugs, the effects of either could be increased, decreased, or altered. Be sure to inform your doctor of all the prescription and over the counter medications you are taking. Your doctor will need to reduce the dosage of Abilify when you take Fluoxetine (Prozac), Ketoconazole (Nizoral), Paroxetine (Paxil), or Quinidine (Quinidex). The dosage of Abilify should be increased when you take carbamazepine (Tegretol). Be cautious when taking Abilify with blood pressure medications classified as alpha-adrenergic blockers, including Hytrin and Cardura. Caution is also advised when combining Abilify with drugs that act on the brain, including tranquilizers, antidepressants, sleeping pills, narcotic painkillers, and other schizophrenia medications. Although Abilify does not interact with alcohol, the manufacturer recommends avoiding the combination. Are there any special warnings about Abilify? The risk of tardive dyskinesia increases with the total amount o
