What Olanzapine is used for :<\/b><\/p>\n
Olanzapine belongs to a group of medicines called antipsychotics and is used to treat the following conditions:<\/p>\n
\u2022\u00a0Schizophrenia<\/p>\n
\u2022\u00a0Moderate to severe manic episodes<\/p>\n
Do not take Olanzapine<\/p>\n
\u2022\u00a0If you are allergic to olanzapine or any of the other ingredients of this medicine.<\/p>\n
\u2022\u00a0If you have been previously diagnosed with eye problems such as certain kinds of glaucoma.<\/p>\n
Possible side effects :<\/b><\/p>\n
Like all medicines, this medicine can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them. Tell your doctor immediately if you have:<\/p>\n
\u2022\u00a0unusual movement mainly of the face or tongue;<\/p>\n
\u2022\u00a0blood clots in the veins especially in the legs (symptoms include swelling, pain, and redness in the leg), which may travel through blood vessels to the lungs causing chest pain and difficulty in breathing. If you notice any of these symptoms seek medical advice immediately;<\/p>\n
\u2022\u00a0a combination of fever, faster breathing, sweating, muscle stiffness and drowsiness or sleepiness.<\/p>\n
In the early stages of treatment, some people may feel dizzy or faint (with a slow heart rate), especially when getting up from a lying or sitting position. This will usually pass on its own but if it does not, tell your doctor.<\/p>\n
How to store Olanzapine :<\/b><\/p>\n
\u2022\u00a0Keep this medicine out of sight and reach of children.<\/p>\n
\u2022\u00a0Do not use this medicine after the expiry date, which is stated on the carton.<\/p>\n
\u2022\u00a0Olanzapine should be stored in its original pack in order to protect from light and moisture.<\/p>\n
\u2022\u00a0Do not throw away any medicines via wastewater or household waste. Ask your pharmacist how to throw away medicines you no longer use. These measures will help to protect the environment.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"