Aripiprazole and Azelex

• Generic Name: aripiprazole
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Abilify, Abilify Discmelt, Abilify Maintena, Aristada, Abilify MyCite, Aristada Initio

Aripiprazole is an antipsychotic medicine that is used to treat the symptoms of psychotic conditions such as schizophrenia and bipolar I disorder (manic depression). It is not known if aripiprazole is safe or effective in children younger than 13 with schizophrenia, or children younger than 10 with bipolar disorder.

Aripiprazole is also used together with other medicines to treat major depressive disorder in adults.

Aripiprazole is also used in children 6 years or older who have Tourette's disorder, or symptoms of autistic disorder (irritability, aggression, mood swings, temper tantrums, and self-injury).

Aripiprazole may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: azelaic acid topical
• Dosage Forms: cream
• Other Brand Names: Azelex, Finacea, Finacea Plus, Finevin

Azelaic acid is a naturally occurring acid. It helps the skin to renew itself more quickly and therefore reduces pimple and blackhead formation. It also helps to kill the bacteria that cause acne and rosacea.

Azelex (for the skin) is used to treat acne and rosacea.

Azelex may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.