Olanzapine Tablets

Intended to support long-term symptom management in schizophrenia, formulated to mitigate psychiatric distress and enhance daily operational function.

Strengths: 2.5 · 5 · 7.5 · 10 · 15 · 20mg

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Medicine details

Conditions
Alternative names

Zyprexa

Therapeutic class

Atypical Antipsychotic

Pharmacological class

Thienobenzodiazepine

Contraindications

narrow-angle glaucoma; hypersensitivity to olanzapine

Minor side effects

somnolence; weight gain; dizziness

Moderate side effects

hyperglycaemia; peripheral oedema; elevated prolactin

Dosage forms

Tablet

Administration route

Oral use

Prescription status

POM

Onset Time

1–2 weeks

Duration

24 hours

Storage instructions

Store in dry conditions out of reach of children.

Drug interactions

Alcohol; diazepam; fluvoxamine

Age restrictions

Clinical efficacy not established under 13 years.

Precautions and warnings

monitor weight and blood glucose; avoid rapid changes in posture; may impair ability to drive

Serious side effects

neuroleptic malignant syndrome — requires immediate medical attention; tardive dyskinesia — requires immediate medical attention; agranulocytosis — requires immediate medical attention

Patient summary

Intended to support long-term symptom management in schizophrenia, formulated to mitigate psychiatric distress and enhance daily operational function.

Mechanism of action

Olanzapine is an atypical antipsychotic agent that acts as an antagonist at both serotonin (5-HT2A/2C) and dopamine (D2/D3) receptors. This modulation helps balance neurotransmitter activity to improve mood and reduce psychotic symptoms.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Use only if necessary during pregnancy. Monitor neonate for extrapyramidal symptoms.

Olanzapine Tablets

Intended to support long-term symptom management in schizophrenia, formulated to mitigate psychiatric distress and enhance daily operational function.

Editorial Notes

  • Active ingredient(s): Olanzapine
  • Listed indication(s): Schizophrenia, Bipolar Disorder

Usually available as

  • 270 tablets - 2.5 mg231-2-5-mg-11650
  • 180 tablets - 5 mg231-5-mg-11656
  • 120 tablets - 7.5 mg231-7-5-mg-11683