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Deprex 5 mg

Tablet

Generic: Olanzapine

Square Pharmaceuticals PLC.

Therapeutic Class: Atypical Antipsychotic

Indications

Schizophrenia. Moderate to severe manic episodes and prevention of recurrence in bipolar disorder.

Pharmacology

Olanzapine blocks dopamine D2 and serotonin 5-HT2A receptors in the brain, and also has affinity for histamine, muscarinic and alpha-adrenergic receptors.

Dosage & Administration

Schizophrenia: Adult: 10 mg once daily, adjusted to a usual range of 5 mg to 20 mg daily. Mania: 15 mg once daily as monotherapy (10 mg daily in combination therapy), adjusted to 5 mg to 20 mg daily. Maximum 20 mg daily; lower starting doses are used in the elderly and in renal or hepatic impairment.

Side Effects

Weight gain, increased appetite, drowsiness, dizziness, dry mouth, constipation, postural hypotension and raised blood sugar and lipids.

Precautions & Warnings

To be used only on the prescription of a registered physician. Causes drowsiness; avoid driving, operating machinery and alcohol. Must not be stopped abruptly; the dose should be reduced gradually. Weight, blood sugar and lipids should be monitored; use with caution in diabetes, epilepsy, prostatic enlargement and in elderly patients with dementia.

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to olanzapine and known risk of narrow-angle glaucoma.

Storage Conditions

Store below 30°C in a cool, dry place, away from light. Keep out of the reach of children.

This information is for reference only. Always consult a qualified doctor or pharmacist before taking any medicine.

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