Aristada and Tarsum

• Generic Name: aripiprazole
• Dosage Forms: injection, suspension, extended release
• Other Brand Names: Abilify Maintena, Aristada, Abilify, Abilify Discmelt, Abilify MyCite, Aristada Initio

Aristada (aripiprazole) is an antipsychotic medication. It works by changing the actions of chemicals in the brain.

Aristada is used to treat schizophrenia in adults.

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

• Generic Name: coal tar topical
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Balnetar, Denorex Extra Strength, DHS Tar Shampoo, Elta Tar, Ionil T, MG217 Medicated Tar, Neutrogena T/Gel, Oxipor VHC, Psoriasin, Scytera, Tarsum, Tegrin Medicated, Theraplex T, Novaflor, Acidophilus Extra Strength, Floranex, Flora-Q 2, RisaQuad 2, Acidophilus Probiotic Blend

Coal tar is a by-product of coal processing.

Tarsum (for the skin) is used to treat the skin symptoms of psoriasis, including dryness, redness, flaking, scaling, and itching. Coal tar is not a cure for psoriasis, and it will provide only temporary relief of skin symptoms.

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