Olanzapine is an atypical antipsychotic drug commonly used to treat symptoms of schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, depression, manic disorder, and severe mood swings. The common side effects seen with this medicine are dizziness, restlessness, weakness, and decreased libido.
All the answers published in this website are written by verified medical doctors, therapists and health experts. The Content has been moderated by iCliniq medical review team before publication. Post your medical clarifications on iCliniq by choosing the right specialty and get them answered. Your medical queries will be answered 24/7 by top doctors from iCliniq.
I had an episode of blackout when I was drunken. Should I continue the Olanzapine?
Query: Hello doctor, Almost two years back, I was diagnosed with psychosis. I improved in two months after taking treatment. I took medicine (Olanzapine) for nearly 9 to 10 months then I stopped taking the medication as I recovered from it completely. I did not consult doctors. Still, my condition is good... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Psychosis should not be taken lightly because psychosis is a term that reflects a variety of explanation like it may be schizophrenia, it may be due to depression, may be secondary to alcohol or any other condition, so diagnosis is very important, that your primary doc... Read Full »