Olanex 10 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Olanex 10 Tablet Information

Olanex 10 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 Olanex 10 Tablet have also been mentioned below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Olanex 10 Tablet. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Olanex 10 Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Olanex 10 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.

In addition, Olanex 10 Tablet's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Olanex 10 Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Olanex 10 Tablet related warnings section.

Olanex 10 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. Other contraindications of Olanex 10 Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Besides this, Olanex 10 Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Olanex 10 Tablet is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

Olanex Benefits & Uses
Olanex Dosage & How to Take
Olanex Side Effects
Olanex Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Olanex with Other Drugs
Olanex Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Olanex
Olanex Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Olanex 10 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Olanex 10 Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Schizophrenia

Other Benefits

Olanex 10 Tablet Dosage & How to Take

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	Disease: Schizophrenia Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage range: 5 - 20 mg/day
Geriatric	Disease: Schizophrenia Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage range: 5 - 10 mg/day
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Schizophrenia Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage range: 5 - 10 mg/day

Olanex 10 Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Olanex 10 Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Olanex can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Olanex right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.

Moderate
Is the use of Olanex 10 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Olanex. It should only be taken after medical advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Olanex 10 Tablet on the Kidneys?

Olanex does not damage the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Olanex 10 Tablet on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Olanex on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Olanex 10 Tablet on the Heart?

Olanex is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Olanex 10 Tablet with Other Drugs

Olanex 10 Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Acarbose

Paracetamol,Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan

Carbamazepine

Fluvoxamine

Phenytoin

Metoprolol

Olanex 10 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Olanex 10 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Tardive Dyskinesia
Jaundice
Liver Disease
Diabetes
Heart Disease
Depression
Liver Cancer

Frequently asked Questions about Olanex 10 Tablet

Is this Olanex 10 Tablet habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Olanex 10 Tablet is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Olanex 10 Tablet you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Olanex 10 Tablet only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Yes, taking Olanex 10 Tablet can treat mental disorders.

Yes

Olanex 10 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Olanex 10 Tablet

When consumed with certain foods, Olanex 10 Tablet may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Olanex 10 Tablet

Consuming Olanex 10 Tablet with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Olanex 10 Tablet

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I discontinue Olanex on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Prakash kumar MBBS , General Physician

No, Olanex should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Olanex cause drowsiness?

Dr. Ramraj MBBS , Other

Yes, Olanex 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

Question over 5 years ago

Can Olanex treat depression?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, Olanex 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.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Olanex and klonopin together?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

No, Olanex and Klonopin (clonazepam) should not be taken together at the same time because Olanex 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

How to take Olanex?

Dr. Mayank Yadav MBBS , General Physician

Take Olanex 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.