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AntipsychoticsExample report

Aripiprazole Lauroxil

Aristada

Use with caution

Your body breaks down aripiprazole lauroxil more slowly than normal, causing higher levels of the drug in your system. A lower dose is recommended to reduce the risk of side effects.

The genes behind this label

The guidelines read one gene for aripiprazole lauroxil. Each card shows the two copies this person inherited and what they mean.

CYP2D6Your two copies: *4/*4

Poor metabolizer

Neither copy works.

0.0 activity scoreTypical: 1.25 to 2.25

Turns on or clears about 1 in 4 prescription drugs. These include many drugs for depression, pain and ADHD.

This result changes the label.

What the guidelines say

What each guideline says about your result.

CYP2D6Poor metabolizer

In plain words
Your body breaks down aripiprazole lauroxil more slowly than normal, causing higher levels of the drug in your system. A lower dose is recommended to reduce the risk of side effects.
What it means
Results in higher systemic concentrations. Dosage adjustment is recommended. Refer to FDA labeling for specific dosing recommendations.
What the label suggests
Adjust the dosage as the FDA label directs for CYP2D6 poor metabolizers.

About aripiprazole lauroxil

Aripiprazole lauroxil (Aristada) is a long-acting injection for schizophrenia in adults.

Used for
Schizophrenia in adults

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