Olepra (10mg) 10 Tablets

Olanzapine is an atypical (second-generation) antipsychotic that exerts its action primarily on dopamine and serotonin receptors. It works on dopamine D2 receptors in the mesolimbic pathway as an antagonist, blocking dopamine from potential action at the post-synaptic receptor.

Atypical antipsychotics

Olanzapine is used to treat the symptoms of schizophrenia (a mental illness that causes disturbed or unusual thinking, loss of interest in life, and strong or inappropriate emotions) in adults.

Dosage is strictly to be determined by the doctor.

Seek emergency medical help if you think you have taken too much of this medicine.

If you miss a dose, make sure to take it as soon as possible the same day. If you don't remember missing the dose, don't double it. Consult your doctor on how to adjust the missing doses.

Olanzapine comes as a tablet and an orally disintegrating tablet (tablet that dissolves quickly in the mouth) to take by mouth. It is usually taken once a day with or without food. Take olanzapine at around the same time every day.

Contraindicated in patients with a known hypersensitivity to the product.

Side effects may include:

• Dizziness, feeling unsteady, or having trouble keeping your balance
• Restlessness
• Unusual behavior
• Depression
• Difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep
• Weakness
• Difficulty walking
• Constipation

To achieve desired therapeutic results, it is important to follow the recommended dosage and duration of treatment or as advised by the doctor .

Please ask your doctor about any drug interactions and inform them of the medications you are already using.

Store the medicine at room temperature and keep out of direct sunlight, excessive heat, and moisture. Keep the medicine out of the reach of children and animals. Do not use the medication past its expiration date.

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Always follow your doctor's advice, and never self-medicate.