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Psychiatric Drug: Abilify - Side Effects: vomiting, fever, change in weight...

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Side effects that may occur while taking this medicine include:
* vomiting
* fever
* lightheadedness
* dizziness
* change in weight
* blurred vision
* drowsiness

Contact your doctor IMMEDIATELY if you experience:
* uncontrolled muscle movements (especially of the face or tongue)
* severe muscle stiffness
* irregular or unusually fast heartbeat (especially with fever and increased sweating).
* Contact your doctor IMMEDIATELY if you develop symptoms of high blood sugar such as increased thirst, increased urination, or vision changes. Keep all lab appointments.

Warnings/Precautions

Do NOT increase your dose of this medicine without first talking to your doctor, even if you feel that the medicine is not working.
Do NOT abruptly stop this medicine without talking to your doctor.
This medicine may cause DROWSINESS or DIZZINESS, or lightheadedness. DO NOT drive, operate machinery, or do anything else that could be dangerous until you know how you react to this medicine.
Alcoholic beverages can increase the effects of this medicine and should be avoided.
This medicine may reduce sweating. DO NOT become overheated in hot weather, during exercise, or during other activities since risk of heatstroke may be increased. Drink plenty of fluids.
This medicine may increase your risk of getting diabetes or increase blood sugar levels. High blood sugar levels can cause serious problems if left untreated. Your healthcare provider can give you more information on this.

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