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Meltonz MD 5 Mg Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Schizophrenia are some of its major therapeutic uses. Meltonz MD 5 Mg Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Meltonz MD 5 Mg Tablet. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Meltonz MD 5 Mg Tablet as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Meltonz MD 5 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.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Meltonz MD 5 Mg Tablet is Moderate for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Meltonz MD 5 Mg Tablet related warnings talks about Meltonz MD 5 Mg Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Meltonz MD 5 Mg Tablet is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Tardive Dyskinesia, Depression as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Meltonz MD 5 Mg Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Meltonz MD 5 Mg Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Meltonz MD 5 Mg Tablet is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Meltonz MD 5 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 Meltonz MD 5 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Meltonz may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Meltonz, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Meltonz MD 5 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Meltonz. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Meltonz MD 5 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?
Meltonz is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Meltonz MD 5 Mg Tablet on the Liver?
Meltonz is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Meltonz MD 5 Mg Tablet on the Heart?
Side effects of Meltonz rarely affect the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Meltonz MD 5 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Meltonz MD 5 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Meltonz MD 5 Mg Tablet is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Meltonz MD 5 Mg Tablet as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Meltonz MD 5 Mg Tablet is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, Meltonz MD 5 Mg Tablet is useful in treating mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Meltonz MD 5 Mg Tablet
When consumed with certain foods, Meltonz MD 5 Mg Tablet may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Meltonz MD 5 Mg Tablet
Consumption of alcohol and Meltonz MD 5 Mg Tablet together may have severe effects on your health.
Meltonz 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. Meltonz 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, Meltonz may cause drowsiness or sedation. It is a common side effect of this drug. It occurs because this drug affects the levels of chemical messengers in your brain. You are advised not to drive any vehicle or operate heavy machinery after taking this drug to avoid accidents
Yes, Meltonz and Depakote (divalproex) can be taken together because no harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. Hence, it is safe to take Meltonz along with Depakote.
Take Meltonz as advised by your doctor. It can be taken with or without food because the presence of food does not affect the absorption of this drug from the stomach. Precautions must be taken in patients with bone marrow depression, diabetes mellitus, and benign prostatic hyperplasia.
Yes, you can take Meltonz 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.
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