Abilify Lawsuit Filed
Plaintiffs file a product liability lawsuit in Pensacola, Florida federal court against the manufacturers of Abilify, Bristol-Myers Squibb and Otsuka Pharmaceutical. Court documents allege the plaintiff suffered a gambling addiction from taking Abilify. About Abilify Abilify (Aripiprazole) is a commonly prescribed antipsychotic used to treat agitation caused by schizophrenia, bipolar disorder or major depression.
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Science Behind Abilify Compulsive Gambling
Abilify is an antipsychotic drug approved to treat symptoms of schizophrenia, irritability with autistic disorder, Tourette’s disorder, and episodes of mania or mixed episodes with bipolar disorder. Researchers now point to Abilify compulsive gambling as a side effect. It may seem far-fetched, but science doesn’t lie. About Abilify Abilify (Aripiprazole) is an antipsychotic used
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Another Abilify Settlement
Abilify manufacturer, Bristol-Myers Squibb has reached a nearly $20 million settlement with a group of U.S. states. This comes after accusations that the company improperly marketed its medication. This is the second time the company has committed devious marketing practices. About Abilify Abilify (Aripiprazole) is a commonly prescribed antipsychotic used to treat agitation caused by schizophrenia,
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American Abilify Compulsive Behavior Warning Came Too Late
Abilify compulsive behavior label in Canada and Europe warned patients that using the antipsychotic Abilify could cause a multitude of behaviors like excessive gambling, eating, and shopping. However, the manufacturer never warned American consumers. About Abilify Abilify (Aripiprazole) is a commonly prescribed antipsychotic used to treat agitation caused by schizophrenia, bipolar disorder or major depression.
Read MoreFirst Abilify Bellwether Scheduled
MDL Judge M. Casey Rodgers has scheduled the first Abilify bellwether trial for June 18, 2018, in Pensacola, Florida. Abilify treats mental disorders such as schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. About 750 lawsuits claim the drug caused compulsive behavior, especially compulsive gambling. About Abilify Abilify (Aripiprazole) is a commonly prescribed antipsychotic used to treat agitation caused
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FDA Approves Abilify as First Digital Pill
There is now a way for doctors to instantly know if you are taking your medication. Abilify MyCite is the first digital medicine to win U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approval. However, researchers fear digital ingestion could expose more to compulsive behaviors associated with the medication. About Abilify Abilify (Aripiprazole) is a commonly
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Bristol-Myers Squibb to Pay $20M in Abilify Settlement
Abilify manufacturer, Bristol-Myers Squibb has reached a nearly $20 million Abilify settlement. This Abilify settlement is with 42 U.S. states and the District of Columbia after accusations the company improperly marketed the blockbuster antipsychotic drug Abilify (aripiprazole). The court found that Bristol-Myers Squibb unlawfully marketed Abilify to seniors with dementia and Alzheimer’s diseases. This is even though
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FDA Confirms Abilify Leads to Compulsive Gambling
It sounded too sensational to be true. How can an FDA approved medication produce such a strange side effect? People thought the victims of Abilify were simply lying. Now, thousands who tragically developed compulsive gambling behaviors from taking Abilify feel vindicated. The FDA announced that they would change the labeling on Abilify to reflect not
Read MoreAbilify Linked to Gambling Addiction
Each year many brave Americans seek help and treatment for their mental illnesses. This is a courageous step, and each hopes to restore the balance and stability in his or her life. They trust the meds prescribed to them since their lives depend on it. For many, this particular medication is Abilify. It is prescribed
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