Abilify and Encephalitis - a phase IV clinical study of FDA data

Summary:

Encephalitis is reported as a side effect among people who take Abilify (aripiprazole), especially for people who are female, 50-59 old, have been taking the drug for < 1 month also take Lexapro, and have Psychotic disorder.

The phase IV clinical study analyzes which people have Encephalitis when taking Abilify. It is created by eHealthMe based on reports of 97,308 people who have side effects when taking Abilify from the FDA, and is updated regularly.

What is Abilify?

Abilify has active ingredients of aripiprazole. It is often used in depression. eHealthMe is studying from 101,445 Abilify users. Check the latest studies of Abilify.

What is Encephalitis?

Encephalitis (inflammation of the brain) is found to be associated with 695 drugs and 839 conditions by eHealthMe. Check the latest studies of Encephalitis.

On Jan, 24, 2026

97,308 people reported to have side effects when taking Abilify.
Among them, 24 people (0.02%) have Encephalitis.

Among these 24 people:

How long have people been on Abilify when they have Encephalitis? *

What is the gender of people who have Encephalitis when taking Abilify? *

female: 68.18 %
male: 31.82 %

What is the age of people who have Encephalitis when taking Abilify? *

What are other drugs people take besides Abilify? *

What are other side effects people have besides Encephalitis? *

Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome (a life-threatening neurological disorder most often caused by an adverse reaction to neuroleptic or antipsychotic agents): 8 people, 33.33%
Fever: 5 people, 20.83%
Blood Creatine Phosphokinase Increased: 5 people, 20.83%
Muscle Spasms (muscle contraction): 5 people, 20.83%
Hyperreflexia (overactive or over responsive reflexes): 3 people, 12.50%
Drug Level Increased: 3 people, 12.50%
Back Pain: 3 people, 12.50%
Seizures (abnormal excessive or synchronous neuronal activity in the brain): 3 people, 12.50%
Delirium (wild excitement): 3 people, 12.50%
Eye Disorder: 2 people, 8.33%

What are the existing conditions these people have? *

Schizophrenia (a mental disorder characterized by a breakdown of thought processes): 4 people, 16.67%
Psychotic Disorder: 4 people, 16.67%
Stress And Anxiety: 3 people, 12.50%
Schizoaffective Disorder (a mental disorder characterized by disordered thought): 3 people, 12.50%
Type 1 Diabetes: 2 people, 8.33%
Impulsive Behavior: 2 people, 8.33%
Encephalopathy (functioning of the brain is affected by some agent or condition): 2 people, 8.33%
Asthma: 2 people, 8.33%
Schizoaffective Disorder Depressive Type (mental illness featuring schizophrenia and a mood disorder): 1 person, 4.17%
Lung Cancer - Non-Small Cell (lung cancer): 1 person, 4.17%

* Approximation only. Some reports may have incomplete information.

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Related publications that referenced our studies

Cetin, M., Celik, M., Cakici, M., Polat, M., & Suner, A, "Aripiprazole-Induced Hoarseness", Turk Psikiyatri Dergisi, 2018 Jan .
Cetin M, Celik M, Cakici M, Polat M, Suner A, "Aripiprazole induced non-cardiogenic pulmonary edema: a case report", Turk Psikiyatri Dergisi, 2014 Dec .
Cetin, M., Celik, M., Cakici, M., Polat, M., & Suner, A, "Aripiprazole-Induced Hoarseness", Turk Psikiyatri Dergisi, 2018 Jan .
Cetin M, Celik M, Cakici M, Polat M, Suner A, "Aripiprazole induced non-cardiogenic pulmonary edema: a case report", Turk Psikiyatri Dergisi, 2014 Dec .

How the study uses the data?

The study uses data from the FDA. It is based on aripiprazole (the active ingredients of Abilify) and Abilify (the brand name). Other drugs that have the same active ingredients (e.g. generic drugs) are not considered. Dosage of drugs is not considered in the study.

How to use the study?

DO NOT STOP MEDICATIONS without first consulting your doctor. If there are any serious or long term adverse effects discovered in the study, discuss the study with your doctor to ensure that proper medication management will be in place if applicable.

Who is eHealthMe?

With medical big data and proven AI/ML algorithms, eHealthMe provides a platform for everyone to run phase IV clinical trials. We study millions of patients and 5,000 more each day. Results of our real-world drug study have been referenced on 800+ peer-reviewed medical publications, including The Lancet, Mayo Clinic Proceedings, and Nature. Our analysis results are available to researchers, health care professionals, patients (testimonials), and software developers (open API).

WARNING, DISCLAIMER, USE FOR PUBLICATION

WARNING: Please DO NOT STOP MEDICATIONS without first consulting a physician since doing so could be hazardous to your health.

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