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Elanza 20 Mg Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Schizophrenia are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Elanza 20 Mg Tablet have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Elanza 20 Mg Tablet is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Elanza 20 Mg Tablet as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Elanza 20 Mg Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Elanza 20 Mg Tablet has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Elanza 20 Mg Tablet related warnings talks about Elanza 20 Mg Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Elanza 20 Mg Tablet is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Tardive Dyskinesia, Depression are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Elanza 20 Mg Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Elanza 20 Mg Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Elanza 20 Mg Tablet, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Elanza 20 Mg Tablet 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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Is the use of Elanza 20 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Elanza may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Elanza, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Elanza 20 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Elanza 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 Elanza 20 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?
Elanza is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Elanza 20 Mg Tablet on the Liver?
Elanza has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Elanza 20 Mg Tablet on the Heart?
Elanza is rarely harmful for the heart.
Elanza 20 Mg Tablet 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 Elanza 20 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Elanza 20 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Elanza 20 Mg Tablet is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Elanza 20 Mg Tablet you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Elanza 20 Mg Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Elanza 20 Mg Tablet has been seen to have positive effect on patients with mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Elanza 20 Mg Tablet
Some foods when eaten with Elanza 20 Mg Tablet can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Elanza 20 Mg Tablet
Consumption of alcohol and Elanza 20 Mg Tablet together may have severe effects on your health.
Yes, Elanza may cause weight gain. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause of weight gain is not known but it is presumed that it occurs due to increased food intake caused by increased appetite. Hence you are advised to keep monitoring your weight from time to time and exercise daily to maintain a healthy weight.
Elanza 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. Elanza 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, Elanza 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.
Yes, Elanza might help with OCD (obsessive-compulsive disorder) in those patients who are unresponsive to the conventional treatment. Scientific data suggests that it might improve the mood symptoms in the treatment of unresponsive OCD patients.
Yes, Elanza is used in the treatment of schizophrenia. It helps in improving thoughts, stabilizing mood, and behavior in schizophrenia.
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