New schizophrenia shot could offer cheaper alternative to abilify maintena

NCT ID NCT07547384

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study compares a new injectable form of aripiprazole (SYH9096) to the approved drug Abilify Maintena® in 116 adults with stable schizophrenia. Participants receive five injections of each version, one month apart, to see if the new version reaches similar drug levels in the blood. The goal is to show the two are bioequivalent, meaning they work the same way in the body.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance
aripiprazole injection (a long-acting antipsychotic medication)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could provide a more affordable or accessible version of a monthly injection that helps control schizophrenia symptoms.
What could go wrong
This is an early-stage bioequivalence study, not a test of effectiveness. The new injection may not be absorbed the same way in all patients, and side effects could differ.

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