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What's the effect of aripiprazole on insomnia and memory impairment?

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Abilify (aripiprazole) Sleep memory: Abilify (aripiprazole) can cause sleepiness, difficulty falling asleep, and difficulty staying asleep. In addition it can cause problems with memory and forgetfulness. Please see the Abilify (aripiprazole) website for a side effects checklist. www.abilify.com/bipolar/tools/side-effects-checklist.aspx a checklist to keep track of side effects and share with your doctor.

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Answered 5/22/2015

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