Consern is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Schizophrenia. The alternative uses of Consern have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Consern depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Consern can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Consern normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Consern has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Consern's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Consern is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Tardive Dyskinesia, Depression are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Consern contraindications section.
Additionally, Consern may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Consern is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Consern is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Consern is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Consern safe for pregnant women?
Consern can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Consern, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Consern safe during breastfeeding?
Consern should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Consern on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Consern on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Consern on the Liver?
Side effects of Consern rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Consern on the Heart?
Consern has very mild side effects on the heart.
Consern should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Consern unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Consern habit forming or addictive?
Consern is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Consern can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Consern should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, Consern is useful in treating mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Consern
When consumed with certain foods, Consern may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Consern
Consuming Consern with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Yes, Consern might cause mania. It is a rare side effect of this drug and the exact cause behind mania is unknown. If you are experiencing any unusual changes in personality, behavior (aggression), and thoughts. Then you are advised to discuss it with your doctor without any further delay.
Consern is a brand name of olanzapine and it comes in the form of tablet, injection, and sachet. It is an atypical antipsychotic agent which belongs to the class of drug known as a thiobenzodiazepine. Consern is a prescription drug used for the treatment of schizophrenia, Bipolar I Disorder (manic or mixed episodes) and to control the agitation associated with schizophrenia and mania.
Yes, Consern is a derivative of benzodiazepines (sedatives). It is an antipsychotic drug that belongs to the class of drug known as a thiobenzodiazepine.
Yes, you can take Consern and celexa (citalopram) together. No clinically significant drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug along with celexa then do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
No, Consern is a prescription drug, so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation because it can cause very unpleasant side effects. Hence, the patient should seek doctors advice before taking this medication by himself or herself.
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