loss of memory
Olanzapine is a second generation antipsychotic
It is available in multiple generic and brand versions
Drowsiness, dizziness, lightheadedness, stomach upset, dry mouth, constipation, increased appetite, or weight gain may occur
Common side effects of Olanzapine
Olanzapine is well absorbed and reaches peak concentrations in approximately 6 hours following an oral dose
Maternal doses of olanzapine up to 20 mg daily produce low levels in milk and undetectable levels in the serum of breastfed infants
Olanzapine is a second-generation antipsychotic agent that exhibits a wide array of receptor affinities including 5-HT 2A–C,3,6,7, dopaminergic D 1–5, muscarinic M 1–5, α 1 - adrenergic and histaminergic H 1 receptors (Bymaster et al 1997)
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Adverse effects of olanzapine include somnolence, postural hypotension, constipation, dizziness, restlessness, and weight gain
It works more on serotonin receptors than dopamine receptors, but targets both
Of the total drug interactions, 61 are major, 581 are moderate, and 8 are minor
The most commonly prescribed antipsychotics to treat bipolar disorder are the second generation anipsychotics olanzapine, quetiapine, and risperidone
Olanzapine is an efficacious and well-tolerated atypical antipsychotic indicated for the treatment of schizophrenia and acute manic or mixed episodes, along with maintenance therapy in bipolar disorder and (in some countries) related psychiatric disorders