Olanzapin Ratiopharm
Olanzapin ratiopharm is a medicine used to treat schizophrenia and bipolar disorder, helping to balance mood and thoughts.
Form
tabletti
Strength
2.5 mg
Active Ingredient
Olanzapine
Manufacturer
ratiopharm GmbH
How to Use
Dosage
Your doctor will determine your dose, usually 5-20 mg daily.
Method
Take one tablet once a day, whole with water, with or without food, at the same time each day.
Important
The maximum daily dose is 20 mg. Do not exceed this dose.
Possible Side Effects
COMMON
- •Weight gain
- •Drowsiness
- •Increased levels of prolactin in the blood
- •Dizziness or fainting, especially when standing up, particularly at the start of treatment
- •Changes in blood cell and fat levels
- •Temporary increase in liver enzymes
- •Increased blood and urine sugar levels
- •Increased uric acid and creatine kinase levels
- •Increased appetite
- •Restlessness
- •Tremor
- •Unusual movements (dyskinesia)
- •Constipation
- •Dry mouth
- •Rash
- •Weakness
- •Extreme tiredness
- •Swelling due to fluid retention
- •Fever
- •Joint pain
- •Sexual problems, such as decreased libido or erectile dysfunction
RARE
- •Allergic reactions (e.g., swelling of the mouth/throat, itching, rash)
- •New diabetes or worsening of existing diabetes
- •Seizures (fits)
- •Muscle stiffness or spasms
- •Restless legs syndrome
- •Speech problems, stuttering
- •Slow heart rate
- •Sensitivity to sunlight
- •Nosebleeds
- •Abdominal swelling
- •Drooling
- •Memory problems or forgetfulness
- •Problems with urination (e.g., leaking or difficulty)
- •Hair loss
- •Breast changes (e.g., abnormal milk production or enlargement)
- •Missed or reduced menstrual periods
- •Lowered body temperature
- •Abnormal heart rhythm
- •Sudden unexplained death
- •Pancreatitis (inflammation of the pancreas)
- •Liver disease, jaundice (yellowing of skin/eyes)
- •Muscle disease with unexplained aches and pains
- •Prolonged and/or painful erection
- •Severe allergic reaction called DRESS syndrome (flu-like symptoms, rash, fever, swollen lymph nodes, high liver enzymes, high white blood cells).
Important Warnings
- Do not take if you are allergic to olanzapine or any other ingredient in this medicine.
- Do not take if you have certain types of glaucoma (eye pressure disease).
- This medicine is not recommended for elderly patients with dementia due to serious side effects.
- This type of medicine can cause unusual movements, especially in the face or tongue. Tell your doctor if this happens.
- Very rarely, this medicine can cause a serious condition with fever, fast breathing, sweating, stiff muscles, and drowsiness. Contact your doctor immediately if these symptoms occur.
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- You may gain weight, and your blood sugar and fat levels may increase. Your doctor will monitor these.
- Tell your doctor if you or a family member has a history of blood clots, as this medicine can increase the risk.
- This medicine can cause drowsiness. Do not drive or use machines until you know how it affects you.
- Avoid alcohol while taking this medicine, as it can increase drowsiness.
- Talk to your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to be, or breastfeeding. Do not breastfeed as small amounts may pass into breast milk.
- Olanzapin ratiopharm is not for use in patients under 18 years of age.
Use in Elderly Patients
Category D
Avoid use in older adults. Anticholinergic. Sedative. For treatment of psychosis only. Increases the risk of cardiovascular events, QT prolongation and orthostatic hypotension. Increases risk of falls, extrapyramidal symptoms and cognitive impairment. Reduces the effectiveness of drugs for Alzheimer’s disease. (updated 15.1.2024)