Olanzapine
Olanzapine
¿Qué es Olanzapine?
La Olanzapina es un medicamento genérico utilizado para tratar ciertos síntomas de la esquizofrenia y el trastorno bipolar. El precio promedio de la Olanzapina es de aproximadamente $289 por un suministro de 30 tabletas de 5 mg. Puedes utilizar nuestra oferta de ahorro de Rx.com para obtener un descuento en Olanzapina de hasta el 80% sobre el precio de venta al público en farmacias participantes cerca de ti.Side Effects
- Trouble breathing or swallowing
- Unusual bleeding, bruising, or weakness
- Unusual behavior, thoughts of hurting yourself or others
Warnings
- Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, or if you have kidney disease, liver disease, diabetes, glaucoma, prostate problems, problems with passing urine, breast cancer, seizures, or severe constipation. Tell your doctor if you have any kind of heart or circulation problems, including low blood pressure, heart failure, heart rhythm problems, or a history of a heart attack or stroke. Tell your doctor if you have a condition called phenylketonuria.
- Do not breastfeed while you are using this medicine.
- This medicine may cause the following problems:Changes in behavior or mood, including thoughts of suicideNeuroleptic malignant syndrome (a nerve and muscle problem)Drug reaction with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms (DRESS)High blood sugar, cholesterol, or triglyceride levelsTardive dyskinesia (a muscle problem that may become permanent)
- This medicine may make you dizzy or drowsy, or may cause trouble with thinking or controlling body movement, which may lead to falls, fractures or other injuries. Do not drive or do anything that could be dangerous until you know how this medicine affects you. You may also feel lightheaded when getting up suddenly from a lying or sitting position, so stand up slowly.
- This medicine may make you bleed, bruise, or get infections more easily. Take precautions to prevent illness and injury. Wash your hands often.
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¿Qué es Olanzapine ?
La Olanzapina es un medicamento genérico utilizado para tratar ciertos síntomas de la esquizofrenia y el trastorno bipolar. El precio promedio de la Olanzapina es de aproximadamente $289 por un suministro de 30 tabletas de 5 mg. Puedes utilizar nuestra oferta de ahorro de Rx.com para obtener un descuento en Olanzapina de hasta el 80% sobre el precio de venta al público en farmacias participantes cerca de ti.Olanzapine Cupones y Precios - Rx.com
Olanzapine
What Is Olanzapine?
Olanzapine (brand name Zyprexa) is a second-generation (atypical) antipsychotic used for schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and as part of a combination treatment for treatment-resistant depression. It is one of the most extensively studied antipsychotics and is considered highly effective for both positive and negative symptoms of psychosis.
FDA-Approved Indications
- Schizophrenia — acute and maintenance treatment in adults and adolescents (ages 13+)
- Bipolar I disorder — acute manic or mixed episodes; maintenance treatment
- Bipolar depression — in combination with fluoxetine (as Symbyax)
- Treatment-resistant depression — adjunct to fluoxetine in adults
How Does Olanzapine Work?
Olanzapine blocks multiple neurotransmitter receptors, primarily:
- Dopamine D2 receptors — reduces dopaminergic overactivity in mesolimbic pathways (controls psychosis)
- Serotonin 5-HT2A receptors — improves negative symptoms and mood
- Also blocks histamine H1 and muscarinic M1 receptors (contributing to sedation and metabolic effects)
Dosage Overview
- Schizophrenia (adults): 5–10 mg/day initially; target 10 mg/day; range 10–20 mg/day
- Bipolar mania (adults): 10–15 mg/day; range 5–20 mg/day
- Adolescents: Lower starting doses (2.5–5 mg/day)
Metabolic Monitoring
Olanzapine is associated with significant weight gain, elevated blood sugar, and dyslipidemia. Regular monitoring of weight, blood glucose, and lipids is essential during treatment.
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