Olexar/Oleanz

Drug Name:

Olanzapine 2.5mg, 5mg, 7.5mg, 10mg Tablets

Category:

International Brand: Zyprexa

Zyprexa

Details

Purpose

Olanzapine 2.5mg,5mg, 7.5mg,10mg tablets are used for the treatment of mental or mood conditions like schizophrenia, bipolar disorder conditions. The medication is available under the international brand name of Zyprexa and has Indian brands olexar and oleanz. The tablets are also effective in reducing hallucinations in the user.

 

How does it work?

Zyprexa tablets contain active ingredients which belong to the drug category of atypical antipsychotics. These drugs or ingredients act on the brain chemicals which helps in restoring the balance of brain chemicals.  The natural balance is restored with the implementation of oleanz tablets.

 

Measures and precautions

  1. Olanzapine 5mg, 5mg, 7.5mg, 10mg Tablets are prescribed by the doctor for treating hallucinations and other mental conditions. In addition to this, the pills are used to think clearly and positively about anything.
  2. Olexar tablets can be consumed alone or with some other medications also. It all depends on the medical condition of the user.
  3. The doses of oleanz tablets come in different doses: 2.5mg,5mg, 7.5mg, 10mg. these doses are widely recommended for treating mental conditions.
  4. Olanzapine 5mg, 5mg, 7.5mg, 10mg Tablets are consumed orally through the mouth as directed by the doctor.
  5. Oleanz tablets are not advisable for dementia patients as the medicine is fatal in that case.
  6. Children are not advised for the usage of olexar tablets.
  7. Before using the olexar tablets, read the doctor’s instructions carefully.
  8. Consume the medication by mouth. The pills are not food dependent. They can be used with or without food.
  9. Take the pills regularly as per the instructions of the doctor to get better results.
  10. If an allergy or side-effects happens then immediately report to the doctor.
  11. Do not overdose by taking more pills they can be harmful to the body.
  12. Pregnant women can also take these tablets as they are safe for them.

 

Side-effects

  • Dizziness
  • Low blood pressure
  • High cholesterol
  • Weight gain
  • Drowsiness
  • Extrapyramidal symptoms (EPS)
  • Muscle spasms
  • Dry mouth
  • Jerky movements
  • Weakness
  • Accidental injuries
  • Insomnia
  • Constipation
  • Elevated alanine aminotransferase (ALT) level
  • Indigestion
  • High levels of prolactin in the blood
  • Tremors
  • Restlessness
  • High blood sugar

 

Interactions

There are no severe reactions observed in the case of olanzapine tablets. But some sort of interactions is seen with:

  • Dopamine
  • Fluvoxamine
  • Levodopa
  • Methyldopa
  • Ondansetron
  • Lisuride

With these, some types of moderate interactions are seen with brimonidine, chasteberry, and ethanol.