Olanex Instab 2.5 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Olanex Instab 2.5 Tablet Information

Olanex Instab 2.5 Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Schizophrenia are some of its major therapeutic uses. Olanex Instab 2.5 Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The right dosage of Olanex Instab 2.5 Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. 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, Olanex Instab 2.5 Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Olanex Instab 2.5 Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Olanex Instab 2.5 Tablet's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Severe while nursing. Further, the section on Olanex Instab 2.5 Tablet related warnings talks about Olanex Instab 2.5 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Olanex Instab 2.5 Tablet is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Tardive Dyskinesia, Depression as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Olanex Instab 2.5 Tablet contraindications lists all such conditions.

Besides this, Olanex Instab 2.5 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 Olanex Instab 2.5 Tablet is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

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

Olanex Instab 2.5 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Olanex Instab 2.5 Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Schizophrenia

Other Benefits

Olanex Instab 2.5 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 Instab 2.5 Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Olanex Instab 2.5 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 Instab 2.5 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 Instab 2.5 Tablet on the Kidneys?

Olanex does not damage the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Olanex Instab 2.5 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 Instab 2.5 Tablet on the Heart?

Olanex is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Olanex Instab 2.5 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Olanex Instab 2.5 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 Instab 2.5 Tablet

Is this Olanex Instab 2.5 Tablet habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Olanex Instab 2.5 Tablet is addictive.

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

After taking Olanex Instab 2.5 Tablet you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Olanex Instab 2.5 Tablet only on doctor's advice.

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

Yes, taking Olanex Instab 2.5 Tablet can treat mental disorders.

Yes

Olanex Instab 2.5 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Olanex Instab 2.5 Tablet

When consumed with certain foods, Olanex Instab 2.5 Tablet may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Olanex Instab 2.5 Tablet

Consuming Olanex Instab 2.5 Tablet with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Olanex Instab 2.5 Tablet

Question over 5 years ago

Does Olanex treat anxiety?

Dr. Ajay Kumar. MBBS, MD , Psychiatry, General Physician, Infectious Disease, Sexology, Internal Medicine, Venereology, Diabetology

Yes, Olanex may be helpful for treating anxiety in those individuals who do not respond to conventional therapy. However, this drug is only approved for the treatment of schizophrenia, Bipolar I Disorder (manic or mixed episodes) and to control the agitation associated with schizophrenia and mania.

Question about 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Olanex help with OCD (obsessive-compulsive disorder)?

Dr. Madhur Anand MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, Olanex 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.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Olanex with depakote?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Yes, Olanex and Depakote (divalproex) can be taken together because no harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. Hence, it is safe to take Olanex along with Depakote.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Olanex cause diabetes?

Dr. Kapil Sharma MBBS , General Physician

No, Olanex 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.