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A member asked:

Can taking abilify (aripiprazole) make me tired even though i've been on it for years?

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Dr. Nicholas Stratas answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Yes: It is not unusual for a medication which has been used for years to do this and may indicate a lower dose is needed - consult your prescribing md - there are other causes of tiredness.

Dr Altman and another doctor agreed

Answered 11/27/2017

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