Olanzapin Sandoz
Olanzapin Sandoz is a medicine used to treat schizophrenia and moderate to severe manic episodes in bipolar disorder, and to prevent recurrence of manic symptoms.
Form
tabletti, kalvopäällysteinen
Strength
5 mg
Active Ingredient
Olanzapine
Manufacturer
Sandoz A/S
How to Use
Dosage
Your doctor will decide your dose, typically 5-20 mg per day.
Method
Take once daily with water, with or without food, preferably at the same time each day. Tablets can be divided into equal halves.
Important
Do not take more than one dose per day. Your doctor will tell you the maximum daily dose.
Possible Side Effects
COMMON
- •Weight gain
- •Drowsiness
- •Increased levels of prolactin in the blood
- •Dizziness or fainting, especially when standing up quickly, with a slow heart rate
- •Changes in blood cell counts and blood fat levels
- •Temporary increase in liver enzyme levels
- •Increased blood sugar and sugar in urine
- •Increased levels of uric acid and creatine phosphokinase in the blood
- •Increased appetite
- •Restlessness
- •Tremor
- •Abnormal movements (dyskinesia)
- •Constipation
- •Dry mouth
- •Rash
- •Weakness
- •Severe tiredness
- •Fluid retention, causing swelling in hands, ankles, or feet
- •Fever
- •Joint pain
- •Sexual problems, such as decreased libido in men and women, or erectile dysfunction in men
RARE
- •Allergic reactions (e.g., swelling of mouth and throat, itching, rash)
- •New or worsening diabetes, sometimes with serious complications like ketoacidosis or coma
- •Seizures, especially if you have a history of epilepsy
- •Muscle stiffness and spasms, including eye movements
- •Restless legs syndrome
- •Speech problems
- •Stuttering
- •Slowed heart rate
- •Sensitivity to sunlight
- •Nosebleeds
- •Abdominal bloating
- •Drooling
- •Memory loss or forgetfulness
- •Urinary incontinence or difficulty urinating
- •Hair loss
- •Absent or reduced menstrual periods
- •Breast changes in men and women, such as abnormal milk production or breast enlargement
- •Decrease in normal body temperature
- •Abnormal heart rhythm
- •Sudden, unexplained death
- •Pancreatitis (inflammation of the pancreas, causing severe stomach pain, fever, and vomiting)
- •Liver disease, causing yellowing of the skin or whites of the eyes
- •Muscle disorder, causing unexplained muscle pain and ache
- •Prolonged or painful erection
Important Warnings
- Do not take Olanzapin Sandoz if you are allergic to olanzapine or any other ingredients.
- Do not take Olanzapin Sandoz if you have certain eye problems, like glaucoma.
- This medicine is not recommended for elderly patients with dementia, as it can cause serious side effects.
- If you experience unusual movements, especially of the face or tongue, tell your doctor.
- Seek immediate medical help if you get a combination of fever, rapid breathing, sweating, muscle stiffness, and drowsiness.
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- Your weight should be checked regularly as this medicine can cause weight gain.
- Blood sugar and fat levels (triglycerides, cholesterol) should be checked by your doctor regularly.
- Tell your doctor if you or your family has a history of blood clots, as this medicine can increase the risk.
- Inform your doctor about any existing conditions such as stroke, Parkinson's disease, prostate problems, bowel problems, liver or kidney disease, blood disorders, heart disease, diabetes, epilepsy, or severe diarrhea/vomiting.
- Do not drink alcohol during treatment as it can cause drowsiness.
- Consult your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding. Do not breastfeed while taking this medicine.
- This medicine can cause drowsiness. Do not drive or operate machinery if you feel drowsy.
- This medicine contains lactose. Discuss with your doctor if you have an intolerance to some sugars.
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)