Review the side-effects of Olanzapine as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.
If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Body as a Whole - Weakness, back pain, accidental injury and chest pain.
Central Nervous System - Drowsiness, tremor, depression, dizziness, speech disorder, memory loss, tingling, confusion, emotion and incoordination.
Heart - High blood pressure and fast heart rate.
Gastrointestinal - Dry mouth, increased appetite/thirst, constipation and increased salivation.
Metabolic - Weight gain and swelling in the extremities.
Respiratory - Difficulty in breathing and lung inflammation.
Skin - Increased sweating, pimples and dry skin.
Eye - Abnormal vision.
Genitourinary - Painful menstrual period and vaginal infection.
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If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Body as a Whole - Weakness, back pain, accidental injury and chest pain.
Central Nervous System - Drowsiness, tremor, depression, dizziness, speech disorder, memory loss, tingling, confusion, emotion and incoordination.
Heart - High blood pressure and fast heart rate.
Gastrointestinal - Dry mouth, increased appetite/thirst, constipation and increased salivation.
Metabolic - Weight gain and swelling in the extremities.
Respiratory - Difficulty in breathing and lung inflammation.
Skin - Increased sweating, pimples and dry skin.
Eye - Abnormal vision.
Genitourinary - Painful menstrual period and vaginal infection.
Other Precautions :
Avoid contact with people who have infections.Drug Name : Olanzapine
Olanzapine(Zyprexa) generic is an atypical antipsychotic, prescribed for schizophrenia. It changes the activity of certain natural substances in the brain.Brand Names or Trade Names of Olanzapine
India :
Oliza |
Olexar |
Zypine |
Psychozap |
Oleanz - 10 |
Oleanz Rapitab |
Olandus |
Zypine |
Psychozap |
Psycholanz |
Olan |
Psycholanz |
Oleanz Rapitab |
Olandus |
Oliza |
Olexar |
Psycholanz |
Zypine |
Onza |
Olanex
International :
Zyprexa