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Olancer 10 Mg Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Schizophrenia. The alternative uses of Olancer 10 Mg Tablet have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Olancer 10 Mg Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Olancer 10 Mg Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Olancer 10 Mg Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Olancer 10 Mg Tablet is Moderate for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Olancer 10 Mg Tablet related warnings talks about Olancer 10 Mg Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Olancer 10 Mg Tablet can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Olancer 10 Mg Tablet in conditions like Tardive Dyskinesia, Depression. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Olancer 10 Mg Tablet contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Olancer 10 Mg Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Olancer 10 Mg Tablet, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Olancer 10 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 Olancer 10 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Olancer. It is best to stop taking Olancer immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Olancer 10 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Olancer may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Olancer should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Olancer 10 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?
Olancer does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Olancer 10 Mg Tablet on the Liver?
Olancer is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Olancer 10 Mg Tablet on the Heart?
Side effects of Olancer rarely affect the heart.
Olancer 10 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 Olancer 10 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Olancer 10 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Olancer 10 Mg Tablet has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Olancer 10 Mg Tablet you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, Olancer 10 Mg Tablet is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, Olancer 10 Mg Tablet is useful in treating mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Olancer 10 Mg Tablet
Taking Olancer 10 Mg Tablet with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Olancer 10 Mg Tablet
Taking alcohol with Olancer 10 Mg Tablet can be dangerous.
Olancer 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. Olancer 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, Olancer 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.
Yes, Olancer 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
Take Olancer 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.
No, Olancer does not cause diabetes but it might increase the risk of developing diabetes mellitus after long-term use in higher doses because this drug may increase the blood sugar levels (hypoglycemia). Your doctor might monitor your blood sugar levels before starting and during the treatment.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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