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Whether you’re living with schizophrenia or caring for someone who is, there are resources available that may help support you and your loved one.

Paul, treated with the ARISTADA 2-month dose (1064 mg), and his mother, Paulette


Support services for you and your loved ones:

  • Find healthcare providers near you who administer ARISTADA INITIO and/or ARISTADA
  • Understand co-pay and patient assistance programs for ARISTADA for those who are eligible

For more information, talk with your healthcare provider. To speak with an ARISTADA Care Support representative, call 1-866-ARISTADA(1-866-274-7823), Monday through Friday, 9 AM to 8 PM ET.





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ARISTADA is covered by ~99% of health insurance plans, including Medicare, Medicaid, and most commercial plansa

aAs of October 2024.

For more than 92% of people,
an ARISTADA prescription costs less than $10bcb,c

Because each plan has different preferred drugs, out-of-pocket costs, and deductible requirements, talk to your insurance provider to find out your actual cost and your coverage requirements.

bEstimates based on claims for the period September 2023-August 2024.

cSOURCE: IQVIA™: OPC Provider for the period September 2023-August 2024 reflecting estimates of real‐world activity for the period. Data accessed as of 9/24/2024. All rights reserved.

The ARISTADA Co-pay Savings Program

Co-pay Savings Card. Pay as low as a $10 copay per prescription.

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  • I am 18 years or older and have a valid prescription for ARISTADA INITIO and/or ARISTADA
  • I have commercial insurance and am not enrolled in, or covered by, any local, state, federal, or other government program that pays for any portion of medication costs (including but not limited to Medicare or Medicaid, Medigap, VA, DOD, TRICARE, or a residential correctional program)
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Thank you for providing the required information. You can now download your ARISTADA Co-pay Savings Card.


Frequently Asked Questions about the Co-pay Savings Program

If you have commercial insurance, Alkermes may be able to help reduce your co-pay to as low as $10 per fill.

Maximum savings per fill is $800 for ARISTADA 441 mg, 662 mg, and 882 mg up to 12 fills per calendar year, with maximum savings up to $7600 per calendar year. Maximum savings per fill is $1600 for ARISTADA 1064 mg up to 6 fills per calendar year, with maximum savings up to $7600 per calendar year. Minimum out-of-pocket cost per fill, after co-pay savings applied, is $10.

For ARISTADA INITIO, maximum savings is up to $2000 total, and co-pay card may be used up to 4 times per calendar year.

Present your Co-pay Savings Card with a valid prescription for ARISTADA INITIO/ARISTADA at the new pharmacy. If your prescription was called into the pharmacy by your doctor, simply present your Co-pay Savings Card to the pharmacist.

  • This Program is only available to commercially insured patients who are 18 years or older with a valid ARISTADA INITIO and/or ARISTADA prescription(s)
  • This Program is not available to patients who are enrolled in, or covered by, any local, state, federal or other government program that pays for any portion of medication costs, including but not limited to Medicare, including Medicare Part D or Medicare Advantage plans; Medicaid, including Medicaid Managed Care and Alternative Benefit Plans under the Affordable Care Act; Medigap; VA; DOD; TRICARE; or a residential correctional program
  • Patients who become eligible for any government program that pays for any portion of medication costs will no longer be eligible for this Program
  • This Program is not valid for cash paying patients
  • Patients must live in the United States or Puerto Rico
  • Patients must meet the Program requirements every time they use the ARISTADA INITIO and/or ARISTADA Co-pay Savings Card (“Co-pay Card”)

No, the ARISTADA Co-pay Savings Card is only approved for patients with commercial insurance. If you would like to learn more about other forms of assistance from Alkermes, please call ARISTADA Care Support at 1-866-ARISTADA or 1-866-274-7823 (9:00 AM-8:00 PM ET, Monday-Friday).

You cannot use the Co-pay Savings Card if you become eligible for any local, state, federal, or other government program that pays for any portion of the medication costs including but not limited to Medicare, including Medicare Part D or Medicare Advantage plans; Medicaid, including Medicaid Managed Care and Alternative Benefit Plans under the Affordable Care Act; Medigap; VA; DOD; TRICARE; or a residential correctional program. You are not eligible for the Co-pay Savings Card if you are paying for your ARISTADA INITIO and/or ARISTADA prescription with cash.

Yes, present their Co-pay Savings Card to the pharmacist along with their primary insurance information. If the pharmacist has any questions about using the card, they should call the LoyaltyScript® program for the ARISTADA Co-pay Savings Program at 1-800-657-7613 (8:00 AM-8:00 PM ET, Monday-Friday).

There are several prescription mail-order service providers available. We have processed transactions from many of them. To determine if your mail-order provider will accept an ARISTADA INITIO or ARISTADA Co-pay Savings Card, we recommend that you call them and ask. In order to process the transaction, they will need the numbers on the front of the card, so have the card ready when you call.

No, it is not necessary to obtain a new prescription to use the card as long as you have a valid prescription for ARISTADA INITIO/ARISTADA.

No, there is no charge to use the card. The benefit is provided to you by Alkermes, Inc. You will need to pay the balance of your co-pay.



Get resources to help you on your treatment journey

If you’re looking for support, you’re not alone. When managing schizophrenia with your healthcare team, every available tool could make a difference. See below for helpful videos and real stories along with downloadable resources.


Discover videos and real stories

This reflects the patient experience at the time of filming and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always talk to your healthcare provider about symptoms and available treatment options.

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  • Watch this video about a treatment journey.
    Dear Future Self

    Watch this treatment journey story.

  • Watch this video about self-care.
    Curious about ARISTADA?

    Learn more about how ARISTADA works, how to get started, and what you may expect.

  • Watch this video about Robert's ARISTADA® (aripiprazole lauroxil) journey.
    Robert and Scott’s story

    Watch a story about finding treatment and friendship.

  • Watch this video about Keira's ARISTADA® (aripiprazole lauroxil) journey.
    Keira’s story

    Watch Keira’s treatment journey with the ARISTADA 1064 mg 2-month dose.

  • Watch this video about Julian's ARISTADA® (aripiprazole lauroxil) journey
    Julian’s story

    See how Julian accepted his schizophrenia diagnosis and started treatment with the ARISTADA 1064 mg 2-month dose.

  • Watch this video about Carolyne and her experience with ARISTADA® (aripiprazole lauroxil).
    Carolyne’s story

    See how Carolyne tries to make the most of her days as she lives with schizophrenia.

  • Watch this video about Kelsey's ARISTADA® (aripiprazole lauroxil) journey.
    Kelsey and Christy’s story

    Watch how Kelsey got the help she needed to live with schizophrenia from her mother Christy and her healthcare team.

  • Watch this video about Paul's ARISTADA® (aripiprazole lauroxil) journey.
    Paul and Paulette’s story

    See how Paul learned to accept his schizophrenia diagnosis with help from his mother Paulette.

  • Watch ARISTADA® (aripiprazole lauroxil) patient Kelsey’s video about accepting her diagnosis.
    Accepting treatment

    Watch Kelsey discuss when she knew she needed medicine for her schizophrenia.

  • Watch 2 ARISTADA® (aripiprazole lauroxil) patients talk about self-care.
    Taking care

    Watch Kelsey and Julian talk about self-care and accepting help from others.

  • Watch Kelsey’s video about working with her healthcare team.
    Working with your healthcare team

    Hear from Kelsey about the benefit of working with a healthcare team.

  • Watch 2 ARISTADA® (aripiprazole lauroxil) patients talk about self-care.
    Have questions about receiving injections?

    Watch Kelsey and Julian talk about their feelings about receiving injections.

  • Watch Pam and Christy’s video about the importance of communication.
    Communication is key

    Watch Pam and Christy talk about why asking questions is so important.

  • Watch Kelsey and Julian’s video about meeting new people.
    Meeting new people

    See Kelsey and Julian discuss how to put yourself out there and meet others.

  • Watch Pam and Julian’s video about support groups.
    How support groups help

    There are many organizations that may be able to help.

  • Watch Pam talk about her caregiver journey.
    Pam’s story

    Watch Pam’s story about caring for her son with schizophrenia and how she has practiced self-care.

  • Watch Pam and Christy’s video about caregiving.
    Sharing their experience

    Pam and Christy share advice about speaking up for their loved ones.

  • Watch Christy and Pam’s video about the importance of self-care.
    Self-care for caregivers

    Pam and Christy talk about the importance of self-care for caregivers.

  • Watch Christy and Pam’s video about the stigma of schizophrenia.
    Dealing with stigma

    Caregivers Pam and Christy discuss challenging stigmas around schizophrenia.

Explore downloadable resources

ARISTADA Patient
Brochure

Download a printable overview about ARISTADA.

ARISTADA Caregiver
Brochure

Download a printable overview for caregivers about ARISTADA.

Journal & Coloring
Book

Art therapy and journaling can help you relax, express yourself, and keep organized.

ARISTADA Doctor Discussion Guide

It’s important for you or your loved one to talk about treatment options with a healthcare team. Discussing questions you may have about your personal experience or the personal experience of a loved one, as well as any concerns about treating schizophrenia, could make a difference.


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These videos are sponsored by Alkermes, Inc. Individual results may vary.


This reflects the patient experience at the time of filming and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always talk to your healthcare provider about symptoms and available treatment options.

There are many groups that can provide you with support

DISCLAIMER: All organizations listed are independent third parties or organizations over whom Alkermes has no control. They are provided solely for informational purposes. Alkermes has no responsibility for the content provided by these third parties.


ARISTADA Frequently Asked Questions

The following information can help you and your loved ones understand more about ARISTADA and ARISTADA INITIO. If you need more guidance, you can always reach out to your healthcare team.

Each injection of ARISTADA must be administered by a healthcare professional only.

ARISTADA INITIO and ARISTADA may cause serious side effects, including increased risk of death in elderly people with dementia-related psychosis. ARISTADA INITIO and ARISTADA increase the risk of death in elderly people who have lost touch with reality (psychosis) due to confusion and memory loss (dementia). ARISTADA INITIO and ARISTADA are not for the treatment of people with dementia-related psychosis.

ARISTADA INITIO is a prescription medicine given as a one-time injection and is used in combination with oral aripiprazole to start ARISTADA treatment, or re-start ARISTADA treatment after a missed dose, when ARISTADA is used for the treatment of schizophrenia in adults.

It is not known if ARISTADA INITIO is safe and effective in children.

ARISTADA is a prescription medicine given by injection by a healthcare professional and used to treat schizophrenia in adults.

It is not known if ARISTADA is safe and effective in children under 18 years of age.

Yes. Tell your healthcare provider about all the medicines you take, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements.

ARISTADA INITIO, ARISTADA, and other medicines may affect each other causing possible serious side effects. ARISTADA INITIO and ARISTADA may affect the way other medicines work, and other medicines may affect how ARISTADA INITIO and ARISTADA work.

Your healthcare provider can tell you if it is safe to receive ARISTADA INITIO and ARISTADA with your other medicines. Do not start or stop any medicines while receiving ARISTADA INITIO and ARISTADA without talking to your healthcare provider first.

  • Follow your ARISTADA INITIO treatment schedule exactly as your healthcare provider tells you to
  • ARISTADA INITIO is a one-time injection given by your healthcare provider, into the muscle (intramuscular) of your arm or buttock
  • ARISTADA INITIO is given in combination with a single dose of oral aripiprazole; you may also receive your first injection of ARISTADA on the same day you receive ARISTADA INITIO or up to 10 days after you receive ARISTADA INITIO
  • ARISTADA INITIO should only be used as a one-time dose to start ARISTADA treatment or to re-start ARISTADA treatment after a missed dose; ARISTADA INITIO is not meant for repeated dosing

  • Follow your ARISTADA treatment schedule exactly as your healthcare provider tells you to
  • Each ARISTADA dose is an injection given by your healthcare provider into the muscle (intramuscular) of your arm or buttock
  • There are 2 ways to start treatment with ARISTADA:
    • Option 1: You will receive 1 dose of ARISTADA INITIO in combination with a single dose of oral aripiprazole; you may also receive your first injection of ARISTADA on the same day you receive ARISTADA INITIO or up to 10 days after you receive ARISTADA INITIO
    • Option 2: After your first injection of ARISTADA, you will take oral aripiprazole for 21 days in a row (consecutive)
  • You should not miss a dose of ARISTADA; if you miss a dose for some reason, call your healthcare provider right away to discuss what you should do next

  • Do not drive a car, operate machinery, or do other dangerous activities until you know how ARISTADA INITIO and ARISTADA affect you; ARISTADA INITIO and ARISTADA may affect your judgment, thinking or motor skills
  • Avoid becoming too hot or dehydrated
    • Do not exercise too much
    • In hot weather, stay inside in a cool place if possible
    • Stay out of the sun
    • Do not wear too much clothing or heavy clothing
    • Drink plenty of water

ARISTADA INITIO and ARISTADA may cause serious side effects, including:

  • See “What is the most important information I should know about ARISTADA INITIO and ARISTADA?”
  • Cerebrovascular problems (including stroke) in elderly people with dementia-related psychosis that can lead to death
  • Neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS), a serious condition that can lead to death. Call your healthcare provider or go to the nearest hospital emergency room right away if you have some or all of the following signs and symptoms of NMS:
    • high fever
    • stiff muscles
    • confusion
    • sweating
    • changes in pulse, heart rate, and blood pressure
  • Uncontrolled body movements (tardive dyskinesia). ARISTADA INITIO and ARISTADA may cause movements that you cannot control in your face, tongue, or other body parts; tardive dyskinesia may not go away, even if you stop receiving ARISTADA; tardive dyskinesia may also start after you stop receiving ARISTADA
  • Problems with your metabolism such as:
    • High blood sugar (hyperglycemia). Increases in blood sugar can happen in some people who receive ARISTADA INITIO and/or ARISTADA; extremely high blood sugar can lead to coma or death; if you have diabetes or risk factors for diabetes (such as being overweight or a family history of diabetes), your healthcare provider should check your blood sugar before you receive ARISTADA INITIO and/or ARISTADA and during your treatment with ARISTADA 
      • Call your healthcare provider if you have any of these symptoms of high blood sugar:
        • feel very thirsty
        • need to urinate more than usual
        • feel very hungry
        • feel weak or tired
        • feel sick to your stomach
        • feel confused, or your breath smells fruity
    • Increased fat levels (cholesterol and triglycerides) in your blood
    • Weight gain. You and your healthcare provider should check your weight regularly.
  • Unusual and uncontrollable (compulsive) urges. Some people taking aripiprazole have had strong unusual urges such as gambling that cannot be controlled (compulsive gambling); other compulsive urges include sexual urges, shopping, and eating or binge eating; if you or your family members notice that you are having unusual strong urges, talk to your healthcare provider
  • Decreased blood pressure (orthostatic hypotension). You may feel lightheaded or faint when you rise too quickly from a sitting or lying position
  • Falls. ARISTADA INITIO and ARISTADA may make you sleepy or dizzy when standing which may make you at risk for falls and related injuries.
  • Low white blood cell count
  • Seizures (convulsions)
  • Problems controlling your body temperature. See “What should I avoid while receiving ARISTADA INITIO and ARISTADA?”
  • Difficulty swallowing

The most common side effects of ARISTADA INITIO and ARISTADA include restlessness or feeling like you need to move (akathisia).

These are not all the possible side effects of ARISTADA INITIO and ARISTADA.

Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Active ingredient: aripiprazole lauroxil

Inactive ingredients: polysorbate 20, sodium chloride, sodium citrate dihydrate, sodium phosphate dibasic anhydrous, sodium phosphate monobasic dihydrate, and water for injection

Active ingredient: aripiprazole lauroxil

Inactive ingredients: sorbitan monolaurate, polysorbate 20, sodium chloride, sodium phosphate dibasic anhydrous, sodium phosphate monobasic dihydrate, and water for injection

If you would like more information, talk with your healthcare provider. You can ask your pharmacist or healthcare provider for information about ARISTADA INITIO and ARISTADA that is written for health professionals.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION AND INDICATION

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION AND INDICATION

Aristada ISI

Indication Section

INDICATION

ARISTADA INITIO (aripiprazole lauroxil) is a prescription medicine given as a one-time injection and is used in combination with oral aripiprazole to start ARISTADA (aripiprazole lauroxil) treatment, or re-start ARISTADA treatment after a missed dose, when ARISTADA is used for the treatment of schizophrenia in adults.

ARISTADA is a prescription medicine given by injection by a healthcare professional and used to treat schizophrenia in adults.

It is not known if ARISTADA INITIO and/or ARISTADA are safe and effective in children under 18 years of age. 

Boxed Warning

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

Elderly people with dementia-related psychosis are at increased risk of death when treated with antipsychotic medicines including ARISTADA INITIO and ARISTADA. ARISTADA INITIO and ARISTADA are not for the treatment of people who have lost touch with reality (psychosis) due to confusion and memory loss (dementia).

ISI Copy

Contraindication: Do not receive ARISTADA INITIO or ARISTADA if you are allergic to aripiprazole or any of the ingredients in ARISTADA. Allergic reactions to aripiprazole have ranged from rash, hives and itching to anaphylaxis, which may include difficulty breathing, tightness in the chest, and swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue.

ARISTADA INITIO and/or ARISTADA may cause serious side effects including: 

  • Cerebrovascular problems (including stroke) in elderly people with dementia-related psychosis that can lead to death.
  • Neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS), a serious condition that can lead to death. Call your healthcare provider or go to the nearest hospital emergency room right away if you have some or all of the following signs and symptoms of NMS:
    • high fever
    • stiff muscles
    • confusion
    • sweating
    • changes in pulse, heart rate, and blood pressure
  • Uncontrolled body movements (tardive dyskinesia). ARISTADA INITIO and ARISTADA may cause movements that you cannot control in your face, tongue, or other body parts. Tardive dyskinesia may not go away, even if you stop receiving ARISTADA. Tardive dyskinesia may also start after you stop receiving ARISTADA.
  • Problems with your metabolism such as:
    • High blood sugar (hyperglycemia). Increases in blood sugar can happen in some people who receive ARISTADA INITIO and/or ARISTADA. Extremely high blood sugar can lead to coma or death. If you have diabetes or risk factors for diabetes (such as being overweight or a family history of diabetes), your healthcare provider should check your blood sugar before you receive ARISTADA INITIO and/or ARISTADA and during your treatment with ARISTADA.
      • Call your healthcare provider if you have any of these symptoms of high blood sugar:
        • feel very thirsty
        • need to urinate more than usual
        • feel very hungry
        • feel weak or tired
        • feel sick to your stomach
        • feel confused, or your breath smells fruity
    • Increased fat levels (cholesterol and triglycerides) in your blood
    • Weight gain. You and your healthcare provider should check your weight regularly.
  • Unusual and uncontrollable (compulsive) urges. Some people taking aripiprazole have had strong unusual urges such as gambling that cannot be controlled (compulsive gambling). Other compulsive urges include sexual urges, shopping, and eating or binge eating. If you or your family members notice that you are having unusual strong urges, talk to your healthcare provider.
  • Decreased blood pressure (orthostatic hypotension). You may feel lightheaded or faint when you rise too quickly from a sitting or lying position.
  • Falls. ARISTADA INITIO and ARISTADA may make you sleepy or dizzy when standing which may make you at risk for falls and related injuries.
  • Low white blood cell count
  • Seizures (convulsions)
  • Problems controlling your body temperature. Avoid becoming too hot or dehydrated. Do not exercise too much. In hot weather, stay inside in a cool place if possible. Stay out of the sun. Do not wear too much clothing or heavy clothing. Drink plenty of water.
  • Difficulty swallowing

The most common side effects of ARISTADA INITIO and ARISTADA include restlessness or feeling like you need to move (akathisia). These are not all the possible side effects of ARISTADA INITIO and ARISTADA. You should tell your healthcare provider about any side-effects you have.

Do not drive, operate hazardous machinery, or do other dangerous activities until you know how ARISTADA INITIO and ARISTADA affect you. ARISTADA INITIO and ARISTADA may affect your judgment, thinking or motor skills.

Before receiving ARISTADA INITIO and ARISTADA tell your healthcare provider about all of your medical conditions, including if you:

  • have not taken Abilify®, Abilify Maintena®, or any aripiprazole product before
  • have or had heart problems or a stroke
  • have diabetes or high blood sugar or a family history of diabetes or high blood sugar. Your healthcare provider should check your blood sugar before you receive ARISTADA INITIO and/or ARISTADA and during your treatment with ARISTADA
  • have or had low or high blood pressure
  • have or had seizures (convulsions)
  • have or had a low white blood cell count
  • have problems that may affect you receiving an injection in your buttocks or your arm
  • are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. It is not known if ARISTADA INITIO and/or ARISTADA will harm your unborn baby. If you become pregnant while taking ARISTADA INITIO and/or ARISTADA, talk to your healthcare provider about registering with the National Pregnancy Registry for Atypical Antipsychotics. You can register by calling 1-866-961-2388, or visit http://womensmentalhealth.org/clinical-and-research-programs/pregnancyregistry/
  • are breastfeeding or plan to breastfeed. ARISTADA INITIO and/or ARISTADA can pass into your breast milk. It is not known if it may harm your baby. Talk to your healthcare provider about the best way to feed your baby if you receive ARISTADA INITIO and/or ARISTADA.

Tell your healthcare provider about all the medicines you take, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements. ARISTADA INITIO and ARISTADA and other medicines may affect each other causing possible serious side effects. Do not start or stop any medicines after you receive ARISTADA INITIO and ARISTADA without talking to your healthcare provider first.

If you have any questions about your health or medicines, talk to your healthcare provider. You are encouraged to report all side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA. Visit www.fda.gov/medwatch, or call 1-800-FDA-1088.

Prescription Information

Please see full Prescribing Information for ARISTADA INITIO and ARISTADA, including Boxed Warning, and Medication Guides for ARISTADA INITIO and ARISTADA.

Aristada ISI

Boxed Warning

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

Elderly people with dementia-related psychosis are at increased risk of death when treated with antipsychotic medicines including ARISTADA INITIO and ARISTADA. ARISTADA INITIO and ARISTADA are not for the treatment of people who have lost touch with reality (psychosis) due to confusion and memory loss (dementia).

ISI Copy

Contraindication: Do not receive ARISTADA INITIO or ARISTADA if you are allergic to aripiprazole or any of the ingredients in ARISTADA. Allergic reactions to aripiprazole have ranged from rash, hives and itching to anaphylaxis, which may include difficulty breathing, tightness in the chest, and swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue.

ARISTADA INITIO and/or ARISTADA may cause serious side effects including: 

  • Cerebrovascular problems (including stroke) in elderly people with dementia-related psychosis that can lead to death.
  • Neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS), a serious condition that can lead to death. Call your healthcare provider or go to the nearest hospital emergency room right away if you have some or all of the following signs and symptoms of NMS:
    • high fever
    • stiff muscles
    • confusion
    • sweating
    • changes in pulse, heart rate, and blood pressure
  • Uncontrolled body movements (tardive dyskinesia). ARISTADA INITIO and ARISTADA may cause movements that you cannot control in your face, tongue, or other body parts. Tardive dyskinesia may not go away, even if you stop receiving ARISTADA. Tardive dyskinesia may also start after you stop receiving ARISTADA.
  • Problems with your metabolism such as:
    • High blood sugar (hyperglycemia). Increases in blood sugar can happen in some people who receive ARISTADA INITIO and/or ARISTADA. Extremely high blood sugar can lead to coma or death. If you have diabetes or risk factors for diabetes (such as being overweight or a family history of diabetes), your healthcare provider should check your blood sugar before you receive ARISTADA INITIO and/or ARISTADA and during your treatment with ARISTADA.
      • Call your healthcare provider if you have any of these symptoms of high blood sugar:
        • feel very thirsty
        • need to urinate more than usual
        • feel very hungry
        • feel weak or tired
        • feel sick to your stomach
        • feel confused, or your breath smells fruity
    • Increased fat levels (cholesterol and triglycerides) in your blood
    • Weight gain. You and your healthcare provider should check your weight regularly.
  • Unusual and uncontrollable (compulsive) urges. Some people taking aripiprazole have had strong unusual urges such as gambling that cannot be controlled (compulsive gambling). Other compulsive urges include sexual urges, shopping, and eating or binge eating. If you or your family members notice that you are having unusual strong urges, talk to your healthcare provider.
  • Decreased blood pressure (orthostatic hypotension). You may feel lightheaded or faint when you rise too quickly from a sitting or lying position.
  • Falls. ARISTADA INITIO and ARISTADA may make you sleepy or dizzy when standing which may make you at risk for falls and related injuries.
  • Low white blood cell count
  • Seizures (convulsions)
  • Problems controlling your body temperature. Avoid becoming too hot or dehydrated. Do not exercise too much. In hot weather, stay inside in a cool place if possible. Stay out of the sun. Do not wear too much clothing or heavy clothing. Drink plenty of water.
  • Difficulty swallowing

The most common side effects of ARISTADA INITIO and ARISTADA include restlessness or feeling like you need to move (akathisia). These are not all the possible side effects of ARISTADA INITIO and ARISTADA. You should tell your healthcare provider about any side-effects you have.

Do not drive, operate hazardous machinery, or do other dangerous activities until you know how ARISTADA INITIO and ARISTADA affect you. ARISTADA INITIO and ARISTADA may affect your judgment, thinking or motor skills.

Before receiving ARISTADA INITIO and ARISTADA tell your healthcare provider about all of your medical conditions, including if you:

  • have not taken Abilify®, Abilify Maintena®, or any aripiprazole product before
  • have or had heart problems or a stroke
  • have diabetes or high blood sugar or a family history of diabetes or high blood sugar. Your healthcare provider should check your blood sugar before you receive ARISTADA INITIO and/or ARISTADA and during your treatment with ARISTADA
  • have or had low or high blood pressure
  • have or had seizures (convulsions)
  • have or had a low white blood cell count
  • have problems that may affect you receiving an injection in your buttocks or your arm
  • are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. It is not known if ARISTADA INITIO and/or ARISTADA will harm your unborn baby. If you become pregnant while taking ARISTADA INITIO and/or ARISTADA, talk to your healthcare provider about registering with the National Pregnancy Registry for Atypical Antipsychotics. You can register by calling 1-866-961-2388, or visit http://womensmentalhealth.org/clinical-and-research-programs/pregnancyregistry/
  • are breastfeeding or plan to breastfeed. ARISTADA INITIO and/or ARISTADA can pass into your breast milk. It is not known if it may harm your baby. Talk to your healthcare provider about the best way to feed your baby if you receive ARISTADA INITIO and/or ARISTADA.

Tell your healthcare provider about all the medicines you take, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements. ARISTADA INITIO and ARISTADA and other medicines may affect each other causing possible serious side effects. Do not start or stop any medicines after you receive ARISTADA INITIO and ARISTADA without talking to your healthcare provider first.

If you have any questions about your health or medicines, talk to your healthcare provider. You are encouraged to report all side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA. Visit www.fda.gov/medwatch, or call 1-800-FDA-1088.

Prescription Information

Please see full Prescribing Information for ARISTADA INITIO and ARISTADA, including Boxed Warning, and Medication Guides for ARISTADA INITIO and ARISTADA.

Indication Section

INDICATION

ARISTADA INITIO (aripiprazole lauroxil) is a prescription medicine given as a one-time injection and is used in combination with oral aripiprazole to start ARISTADA (aripiprazole lauroxil) treatment, or re-start ARISTADA treatment after a missed dose, when ARISTADA is used for the treatment of schizophrenia in adults.

ARISTADA is a prescription medicine given by injection by a healthcare professional and used to treat schizophrenia in adults.

It is not known if ARISTADA INITIO and/or ARISTADA are safe and effective in children under 18 years of age.