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Vraylar: Uses, How it Works & Common Side Effects

Vraylar capsules are used to treat types of bipolar I disorder, major depressive disorder and schizophrenia in specific adult patients. Common side effects may include sleepiness, nausea, vomiting, indigestion, constipation, feeling tired, trouble sleeping, increased appetite, dizziness, involuntary muscle movements, feeling restless, upset stomach, difficulty moving, or slow movements.

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Vraylar capsules are used to treat types of bipolar I disorder, major depressive disorder and schizophrenia in specific adult patients.

Vraylar works to improve depression symptoms in bipolar depression and major depressive disorder, improve bipolar mania, and helps to improve psychiatric signs and symptoms in schizophrenia.

Common Vraylar side effects may include sleepiness, nausea, vomiting, indigestion, constipation, feeling tired, trouble sleeping, increased appetite, dizziness, involuntary muscle movements, feeling restless, upset stomach, difficulty moving, or slow movements.

This material is provided for educational purposes only and is not intended for medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always consult with your healthcare provider.

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