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Can i stop today abilify (aripiprazole) 2mg and next day start risperdal .025mg or i have to wait couple days before i start?

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Dr. Silviu Pasniciuc answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Let your doc know: It is not advisable to make changes in your meds if not specifically instructed by your prescriber. Would suggest that you call your prescriber' s office and ask for a clarification.

Answered 2/25/2015

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