Oleanz Tablets – Product Information
The medicine Oleanz is used in the treatment of Bipolar I Disorder (manic or mixed episodes), Depression and Schizophrenia. It is available in tablets of 10mg and 20mg. Each tablet of Oleanz contains olanzapine equivalent to 10 mg (32 ìmol), or 20 mg (64 ìmol) respectively.
We also stock Primox Tablets (Generic Nortriptyline Hydrochloride) are used for the relief of symptoms of depression.
Oleanz 20mg is temporarily not available.
Name of Drug
Oleanz Tablets
Manufacturer Of Oleanz
The medicine Oleanz is manufactured by SUN Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd., India
Website: sunpharma.com
Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient in Oleanz Medication
The active pharmaceutical ingredient present in Oleanz tablets is Olanzapine. Olanzapine is a yellow crystalline solid, which is not soluble in water.
Uses of Oleanz Tablets
Oleanz is used in the treatment of:
- Acute Agitation
- Asperger Syndrome
- Bipolar Disorder(manic or mixed episodes)
- Treatment Resistant Depression
- Schizophrenia
- manifestations of psychotic disorders
- Insomnia
- Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
- Paranoid Disorder
- Schizoaffective Disorder
Oleanz Tablets – Dosage
Oleanz(Olanzapine) may be administered with or without meals.
Usual adult dose for Schizophrenia:
Oral: Initial Dose: 5 to 10 mg once daily;
Dose for Schizophrenia in adolescents:
Oral: Starting Dose: 2.5 to 5 mg once daily
Usual adult dose for Bipolar I Disorder (manic or mixed episodes):
Oral: Initial Dose: 10 or 15 mg once daily
Dose for Bipolar I Disorder (manic or mixed episodes) in adolescents:
Oral: Starting Dose: 2.5 to 5 mg once daily
Usual adult dose for Bipolar I Disorder (manic or mixed episodes) with lithium or valproate:
Oral: Initial Dose: 10 mg once daily
Usual adult dose for Depressive Episodes associated with Bipolar I Disorder in combination with fluoxetine:
Oral Initial Dose: 5 mg of oral olanzapine and 20 mg of fluoxetine once a day
Usual adult dose for Treatment Resistant Depression in combination with fluoxetine:
Oral Initial Dose: 5 mg of oral Oleanz(Olanzapine) and 20 mg of fluoxetine once daily
Drug Class and Mechanism
The medicine Oleanz is an a typical or second-generation antipsychotic agent. Oleanz (Olanzapine) displays linear kinetics over the clinical dosing range. The half life of Oleanz ranges from 21 to 54 hours.
Missed Dose
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember.
Oleanz – Storage
Store Oleanz (Olanzapine) at room temperature away from moisture. Keep away from children.
Warnings and Precautions when using Oleanz Tablets (Olanzapine)
Oleanz Tablets (Olanzapine) should only be taken during pregnancy only if the potential benefit justifies the potential risk to the fetus.
Olanzepine is excreted into breast milk.
There may be increased risks of suicidal thinking and behavior in young adults ages 18 to 24 years old during the first one to two months of treatment.
Oleanz (Olanzapine) should not be used for the treatment of dementia-related psychosis.
Use olanzapine with caution if you have a cardiovascular or cerebrovascular disease and/or conditions that would predispose you to hypotension (e.g., dehydration, hypovolemia, concomitant antihypertensive therapy), or if you have a history of seizures or conditions known to lower the seizure threshold (e.g., dementia of the Alzheimer’s type, geriatric patients).
Side Effects of Oleanz Tablets
The Possible side effects 0f Oleanz (Olanzapine) Oral Monotherapy are listed below.
For the treatment of Schizophrenia in Adults:
- Postural hypotension
- Constipation
- Weight gain
- Dizziness
- Personality disorder
- Akathisia
For the treatment of Schizophrenia in Adolescents:
- Sedation
- Increase in weight
- Headache
- Increased appetite
- Dizziness
- Abdominal pain
- Pain in extremity
- Fatigue
- Dry mouth
For the treatment of Manic or Mixed Episodes, Bipolar I Disorder in Adults:
- Asthenia
- Dry mouth
- Constipation
- Increased appetite
- Somnolence
- Dizziness
- Tremor
For the treatment of Manic or Mixed Episodes, Bipolar I Disorder in Adolescents:
- Sedation
- Increase in weight
- Increased appetite
- Headache
- Fatigue
- Dizziness
- Dry mouth
- Abdominal pain
- Pain in extremity
Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur when using Oleanz (Olanzapine):
Severe allergic reactions ( difficulty in breathing; rash; hives; itching;), swelling of the mouth, tightness in the chest; face, lips, or tongue; unusual hoarseness; abnormal thoughts; chest pain; confusion; decreased urination; fainting; fast, slow, or irregular heartbeat; fever, chills, or persistent sore throat; increased saliva production or drooling; increased sweating; memory loss; menstrual changes; muscle pain, weakness, or stiffness; new or worsening mental or mood changes (eg, depression, hallucinations); seizures; severe or prolonged dizziness or headache; shortness of breath; suicidal thoughts or actions; swelling of the hands, legs, or feet; symptoms of high blood sugar (eg, increased thirst, hunger, urination, unusual weakness); symptoms of high prolactin levels (eg, enlarged breast size, decreased sexual ability, missed menstrual period, nipple discharge); tremor; trouble concentrating, speaking, or swallowing; trouble sitting still; trouble walking or standing; uncontrolled muscle movements (eg, arm or leg movements, twitching of the face or tongue, jerking or twisting); unusual bruising; vision changes; yellowing of the skin or eyes.
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