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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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Olancer 10 Mg Tablet is used -
Moderate
Mild
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.
Yes, Olancer is safe to use, if it is taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as dry mouth and dizziness. If you experience above-mentioned side after using this drug then inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
No, Olancer and Klonopin (clonazepam) should not be taken together at the same time because Olancer is a derivative of benzodiazepines and clonazepam belongs to the benzodiazepine class as well. Using both of these drugs together can cause increased sedation. If you are taking them together then you are advised to consult with your doctor before consuming these two medicines together.
Take Olancer as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed by your doctor to avoid unpleasant side effects.
Yes, Olancer may cause hair loss. It is an infrequent and rare side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause of hair loss is unknown. If you are experiencing excessive hair loss after taking this drug, then you are advised to discuss it with your doctor.
Yes, Olancer can treat the depression (treatment-resistant) in adults. It is used in combination with fluoxetine to treat depression in those individuals who do not respond to conventional therapy.
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References
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