Target dose: 10 mg orally once a day; dose adjustments, if needed, should occur at intervals of not less than 1 week in 2
high blood sugar --increased thirst, increased urination, hunger, dry mouth, fruity breath odor, drowsiness, dry skin, blurred vision, weight loss; or
Drowsiness, dizziness, lightheadedness, stomach upset, dry mouth, constipation, increased appetite, or weight gain may occur
Constipation Dementia Diabetes Difficulty swallowing Glaucoma Have trouble controlling your muscles Heart disease High cholesterol High levels of prolactin History of
dose of one or both drugs, use lowest effective doses and shortest duration of concomitant tx: combo may incr
To learn more, see the “Olanzapine oral tablets precautions” section below
When using PROZAC and olanzapine in combination, also refer to Boxed Warning section of the package insert for Symbyax
feeling thirsty
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nervousness
However the dose is usually not more than 12 mg of olanzapine and 50 mg of fluoxetine per day
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It works by changing the activity of certain natural substances in the brain
This includes information on what the medication is for, how to take it, possible side effects and safety information
This can also have an affect on your mental alertness or judgment
Initially 300 mg every 2 weeks, then maintenance 210 mg every 2 weeks, alternatively maintenance 405 mg every 4 weeks, maintenance dose to be started after 2 months of increased blinking or spasms of the eyelid
loss of memory
Side effects, drug interactions, warnings and precautions, and patient safety information should be reviewed prior to taking any medication
5 mg (24 μmol), 10 mg (32 μmol), 15 mg (48 μmol), or 20 mg (64 μmol)
Olanzapine may also be used together with fluoxetine to treat depression that is a part of bipolar disorder olanzapine + codeine avoid combo if antitussive use; otherwise monitor resp
Olanzapine is a second-generation (atypical) antipsychotic medication
Drowsiness, dizziness, lightheadedness, stomach upset, dry mouth, constipation, increased appetite, or weight gain may occur
Antidepressant efficacy was demonstrated with olanzapine and fluoxetine in combination in adult patients with a dose range of olanzapine 6 to 12 mg and fluoxetine 25 to 50 mg
If you are still agitated after you receive your first dose, you may be given one or more additional doses