Fluoxetine + Olanzapine
Information about Fluoxetine + Olanzapine
Fluoxetine + Olanzapine Uses
Fluoxetine+Olanzapine is used in the treatment of bipolar depression. It refers to the "lows," or depressive phase, of bipolar disorder.
How Fluoxetine + Olanzapine works
Fluoxetine + Olanzapine is a combination of two medicines: Fluoxetine and Olanzapine. They work by increasing the activity of certain chemicals called serotonin, norepinephrine, and dopamine in the brain. These chemicals help relieve the symptoms of bipolar depression.
Common side effects of Fluoxetine + Olanzapine
Weight gain, Sleepiness, Dryness in mouth, Edema (swelling), Ecchymosis (discoloration of the skin resulting from bleeding underneath), Memory loss, Breast pain
Available Medicine for Fluoxetine + Olanzapine
Oleanz PlusSun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
₹1351 variant(s)
Olanex FEmcure Pharmaceuticals Ltd
₹147 to ₹2202 variant(s)
FosteraIntas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
₹125 to ₹1712 variant(s)
Oleanz ForteSun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
₹1951 variant(s)
Oltha PlusShine Pharmaceuticals Ltd
₹1171 variant(s)
Olay PlusTalent India
₹1111 variant(s)
Olanex PlusStrides shasun Ltd
₹122 to ₹1322 variant(s)
Olet PlusAltius Life Sciences
₹87 to ₹2253 variant(s)
Elanza PlusSolvate Laboratries Pvt Ltd
₹1021 variant(s)
Olapin PlusCrescent Therapeutics Ltd
₹1101 variant(s)
Expert advice for Fluoxetine + Olanzapine
- You have been prescribed Fluoxetine + Olanzapine for the treatment of bipolar disorder with depression.
- Take it in the evening as it can make you feel sleepy.
- It may take 4 to 6 weeks to experience the full benefits of the medication.
- Don't drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
- It may cause increase in weight, blood sugar, cholesterol, and triglycerides (fat). Eat healthy and exercise regularly.
- Talk to your doctor if you notice sudden mood changes or develop suicidal thoughts.