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How To Withdraw From Abilify?
Please I started taking a low dosage of abilify. The psychiatrist warned it could cause weight gain. And, said I could try it to see if it worked well in conjunction with cymbalta for depression. I want to stop taking it. Can I safely stop or should I break the pills in half or take it every other day for a week or two before stopping? Jane
Fri, 19 May 2017
Hello,
I understand your concern. First of all, I strongly advise you against abruptly stopping taking Abilify. This would send you into withdrawal, so it is best to taper off. Decreasing the usual dosage by half a pill every other day is a good method.
I hope this helps.
Wishing you all the best.
I understand your concern. First of all, I strongly advise you against abruptly stopping taking Abilify. This would send you into withdrawal, so it is best to taper off. Decreasing the usual dosage by half a pill every other day is a good method.
I hope this helps.
Wishing you all the best.
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