Olanzapine
Information about Olanzapine
Olanzapine Uses
Olanzapine is used in the treatment of schizophrenia and mania.
How Olanzapine works
Olanzapine is an atypical antipsychotic. It works by affecting the levels of chemical messengers (dopamine and serotonin) to improve mood, thoughts and behavior.
Common side effects of Olanzapine
Dizziness, Sleepiness, Weight gain, Increased prolactin level in blood, Constipation, Increased appetite, Weakness, Extrapyramidal symptoms, Increased liver enzymes, Altered blood lipid level, Increased glucose level in blood, Anticholinergic effects, Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils)
Available Medicine for Olanzapine
OleanzSun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
₹47 to ₹1075 variant(s)
OlimeltIntas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
₹50 to ₹2526 variant(s)
TolazTorrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd
₹5 to ₹197918 variant(s)
OlizaIntas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
₹50 to ₹22910 variant(s)
Oleanz RTSun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
₹21 to ₹2397 variant(s)
OxaliteroHetero Drugs Ltd
₹2142 to ₹38002 variant(s)
OlanexEris Lifesciences Ltd
₹25 to ₹9410 variant(s)
OlanMicro Labs Ltd
₹32 to ₹856 variant(s)
OlayProcter & Gamble Hygiene and Health Care Ltd
₹36 to ₹408134 variant(s)
OzapinIpca Laboratories Ltd
₹47 to ₹1095 variant(s)
Expert advice for Olanzapine
- Olanzapine works well in schizophrenia and bipolar disorder.
- It is less likely to cause heart and movement problems as compared to other similar medicines.
- It may take 4 to 6 weeks to see full effects on thoughts and mood. Keep taking it as prescribed.
- Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Olanzapine can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
- It may increase your weight, blood sugar and cholesterol. Eat healthy, exercise regularly and monitor your blood levels regularly.
- To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
- Do not stop taking Olanzapine without talking to your doctor first as it may cause worsening of symptoms.