Drug Name

Zyprexa (Olanzapine)

Drug Uses

Zyprexa is used to treat the symptoms of psychotic conditions such as schizophrenia as well as bipolar disorder (manic depression).

How Taken

Take Zyprexa as directed by your doctor.

• Take Zyprexa by mouth with or without food.
• Drinking extra fluids while you are using Zyprexa is recommended. Check with your doctor for instructions.
• Continue to take Zyprexa even incase you feel well. Do not miss any doses.

Ask your health care provider any questions you may possess about how to take Zyprexa.

Drug Class as well as Mechanism

Zyprexa is an antipsychotic medication. It works by changing the actions of chemicals in the brain.

Missed Dose

Incase you miss a dose of Zyprexa , take it as soon as likely. Incase it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose as well as go back to your normal dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.

Storage

Store Zyprexa at room temperature, between 68 as well as 77 degrees F (20 as well as 25 degrees C). Store away from heat, moisture, as well as light. Keep Zyprexa out of the reach of children as well as away from pets.

Warnings/Precautions

Do not take Zyprexa if:

• you are allergic to any ingredient in Zyprexa.

Contact your doctor or health care provider fair away incase any of these apply to you.

Some health examination conditions may work with Zyprexa . Tell your doctor or pharmacist incase you possess any health examination conditions, especially incase any of the following apply to you:

• incase you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding
• incase you are using any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
• incase you possess allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances
• incase you possess a history of seizures, heart problems (eg, heart failure; quick, unhurried, or irregular heartbeat), abnormal electrocardiogram (ECG), heart attack, stroke, blood vessel problems, high blood cholesterol levels, or high or abridged blood pressure
• incase you possess a history of liver problems, stomach or bowel problems (eg, decreased muscle movement), enlarged prostate, narrow-angle glaucoma, neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS), aspiration pneumonia, or suicidal thoughts or attempts
• incase you possess Alzheimer disease, dementia, or trouble swallowing
• incase you possess diabetes or are very overweight, or incase a family member has had diabetes
• incase you possess had high blood prolactin levels or a history of confident types of cancer (eg, breast, pancreas, pituitary), or incase you are at risk for breast cancer
• incase you are dehydrated, drink alcohol, or smoke, or you will be exposed to high temperatures

Some MEDICINES MAY WORK with Zyprexa . Tell your health care provider incase you are using any other medicines, especially any of the following:

• Alpha blockers (eg, doxazosin), diazepam, or medicine for high blood pressure because the risk of abridged blood pressure as well as fainting may be increased
• Anticholinergics (eg, scopolamine), fluvoxamine, or lorazepam because they may increase the risk of Zyprexa 's side effects
• Carbamazepine, HIV protease inhibitors (eg, ritonavir), omeprazole, or rifampin because they may decrease Zyprexa 's effectiveness
• Dopamine receptor agonists (eg, pramipexole) or levodopa because their effectiveness may be decreased by Zyprexa

Likely Side Effects

Check with your doctor incase any of these most ordinary side effects persist or become bothersome:

• back or joint pain; constipation; cough; dizziness; drowsiness; moistureless mouth; increased appetite; indigestion; lightheadedness; numbness or tingling of the skin; restlessness; sore throat; weakness; weight gain.

Seek health examination attention fair away incase any of these very bad side effects occur:

• very bad allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); abnormal thoughts; chest pain; confusion; decreased urination; fainting; quick, unhurried, or irregular heartbeat; fever; increased saliva production or drooling; increased sweating; memory loss; menstrual changes; muscle pain, weakness, or stiffness; recent or worsening mental or mood changes (eg, depression, hallucinations); seizures; very bad or prolonged dizziness or headache; shortness of breath; swelling of the hands, legs, or feet; symptoms of high blood sugar (eg, increased thirst, hunger, urination; unusual weakness); tremor; trouble concentrating, speaking, or swallowing; trouble sitting still; trouble walking or standing; uncontrolled muscle movements (eg, arm or leg movements, twitching of the face or tongue, jerking or twisting); unusual bruising; vision changes; yellowing of the eyes or skin.

More Information

Zyprexa is to be used only by the patient for whom it is prescribed. Do not share it with other people.
If your symptoms do not improve or incase they become worse, check with your doctor.