What is Tourette Syndrome Tic Disorders

Tics are sudden, repetitive, stereotyped, nonrhythmic, involuntary movements (motor tics) and utterances (phonic tics) that involve discrete muscle groups. Tourette syndrome is one...

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Looking for info on Abilify (Aripiprazole)
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I've never heard of this before..Is it used for Tourettes? I have TS, OCD and Depression....Is it just another neuroleptic drug like Haldol or Orap? Any info would be appreciated. Thanks!
Posted on 09/14/08, 12:09 pm
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Reply #1 - 09/14/08  7:04pm
" Yes, you are right, Ambilify is a neuroleptic just like Orap, Haldol etc. It is one of the newer ones though, and is supposed to have a better side effect profile. Ziprasidone is another one. "
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