Zyprexa
Zyprexa generic name: Olanzapine, Olanzapine Odt
What is Zyprexa used for?
This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder). It may also be used in combination with other medication to treat depression. Olanzapine belongs to a class of drugs known as atypical antipsychotics. It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances in the brain. Talk to the doctor about the risks and benefits of treatment (especially when used by teenagers). See also Precautions section.
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There may be a slightly increased risk of serious, possibly fatal side effects (such as stroke, heart failure, fast/irregular heartbeat, pneumonia) when this medication is used by older adults with dementia. This medication is not approved for the treatment of dementia-related behavior problems. Discuss the risks and benefits of this medication, as well as other effective and possibly safer treatments for dementia-related behavior problems, with the doctor.
If you are using olanzapine in combination with other medication to treat depression, also carefully read the drug information for the other medication.
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