Olazine 10 Mg - 28 Tablets

Olazine 10 mg (28 Tablets) is a medication used to alleviate hallucinations and delusions associated with schizophrenia, such as seeing or hearing things that are not real. It is also used in the treatment of manic episodes.

Composition of Olazine | How does olanzapine help the brain?

Olazine contains olanzapine, an antipsychotic agent that helps reduce hallucinations, delusions, and symptoms of schizophrenia. It works by antagonizing dopamine and serotonin receptors in the brain.

Indications for Olazine

Olazine is used to treat:

• Schizophrenia, a condition where a person may hear, see, or feel things that are not real.

• Moderate to severe manic episodes, characterized by an excessive sense of euphoria or excitement.

Does Olazine Treat Depression?

Olazine can be used alongside antidepressants to treat depression associated with bipolar disorder or when antidepressants fail to treat depression. However, it is not primarily used for depression; it is an antipsychotic medication primarily intended for treating schizophrenia.

Olazine Dosage

• Follow the doctor’s instructions regarding the dosage of Olazine.

• The daily dose typically ranges between 5 mg and 20 mg.

• Consult your doctor if symptoms reappear, even without stopping the medication.

• Preferably take the medication at the same time every day.

When Does Olazine Take Effect?

Olazine starts to show effects within 1–2 weeks, helping to alleviate symptoms such as hallucinations and delusions.

It may take 2–3 months for the medication to reach its full therapeutic effect.

Side Effects of Olazine

Olazine may cause some side effects, such as:

• Weight gain.

• Drowsiness.

• Increased prolactin levels in the blood (which may affect fertility, cause gynecomastia, or lead to milk discharge from the breasts).

• Dizziness.

• Elevated blood sugar levels and glucose in urine.

• Increased appetite.

• Dry mouth.

• Erectile dysfunction in men.

• Decreased libido.

Does olanzapine 10 mg help you sleep?

Yes, Olazine may cause drowsiness, as it is one of its common side effects. Therefore, it is not recommended to drive or operate heavy machinery after taking the medication.

Contraindications for Olazine

Olazine should not be used in cases of:

• Hypersensitivity to any of its components.

• History of glaucoma.

Warnings and Precautions

Consult your doctor before taking Olazine, especially if you have:

• Heart disease.

• Diabetes.

• Kidney or liver disease.

• Parkinson’s disease.

• Seizures.

• Prostate problems.

• Bowel obstruction.

• Blood disorders.

• High blood sugar or lipid levels.

Olazine and Pregnancy

Consult your doctor before taking Olazine during pregnancy, especially in the last three months.

Olazine and Breastfeeding

Small amounts of the medication may pass into breast milk, so consult your doctor before taking Olazine while breastfeeding.

Drug Interactions

Always consult your doctor before taking Olazine with any other medication, particularly:

• Parkinson’s disease medications.

• Epilepsy medications, such as carbamazepine.

• Antidepressants, such as fluvoxamine.

• Antibiotics, such as ciprofloxacin.

Storage and Handling

• Keep out of reach of children.

• Store at a temperature below 30°C.

• Keep in the original packaging, away from light and moisture.

• Do not use the medication after the expiration date.

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