Aripiprazole is a second-generation antipsychotic medication that is primarily used to treat schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. It belongs to a class of drugs known as antipsychotics, which work by blocking the action of dopamine in the brain. Aripiprazole was first approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in 2002 and has since become widely used due to its efficacy and tolerability. This document provides an overview of aripiprazole, including its uses, side effects, and drug interactions.