Prescription Required.Why?
Is the active ingredient.
Treatment of schizophrenia in adults and adolescents (1317 years old).
Treatment of moderate to severe manic episodes associated with bipolar I disorder in adults.
Maintenance treatment of bipolar I disorder to prevent recurrence of manic or depressive episodes in adults.
Olanate Md 2.5mg Tab (Olanzapine) is an atypical antipsychotic that works by blocking dopamine and serotonin receptors in the brain. This helps to reduce the positive and negative symptoms of schizophrenia and mania.
Store at room temperature, away from moisture and direct sunlight. Keep out of reach of children.
Dosage is determined by a doctor and varies depending on the condition being treated and individual patient factors.
Olanzapine is typically administered orally, as tablets or orally disintegrating tablets.
Do not crush, chew or break the tablets unless specifically instructed by your doctor or pharmacist.
Increased blood sugar levels and risk of type 2 diabetes
Extrapyramidal symptoms (EPS) such as tremors, muscle stiffness, restlessness (less common with olanzapine than typical antipsychotics)
Weight gain
Increased cholesterol levels
Sedation or drowsiness
Dizziness
Dry mouth
Constipation
Blurred vision
Avoid alcohol consumption as it can increase sedation and other side effects.
Avoid driving or operating machinery until you know how olanzapine affects you. It may cause drowsiness and impair coordination.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding. Olanzapine may pass into breast milk.
Use in children and adolescents should be under strict medical supervision due to potential risks and benefits need to be carefully weighed.
Dose adjustments may be necessary in patients with severe kidney disease.
Dose adjustments may be necessary in patients with severe liver disease.
Your physician or pharmacist
The official prescribing information for Olanzapine
Reputable medical websites like the FDA or NIH
