Olanex IT 5 Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Schizophrenia are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Olanex IT 5 Tablet have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Olanex IT 5 Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. 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.
While these are the most often observed Olanex IT 5 Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Olanex IT 5 Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Olanex IT 5 Tablet's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. In addition, Olanex IT 5 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Olanex IT 5 Tablet related warnings section.
Olanex IT 5 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 conditions have been mentioned below in the Olanex IT 5 Tablet contraindications section.
Additionally, Olanex IT 5 Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Olanex IT 5 Tablet is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Olanex IT 5 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 Olanex IT 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.
Is the use of Olanex IT 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.
What is the effect of Olanex IT 5 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Olanex does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Olanex IT 5 Tablet on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Olanex on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Olanex IT 5 Tablet on the Heart?
Olanex is rarely harmful for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Olanex IT 5 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Olanex IT 5 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Olanex IT 5 Tablet is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Olanex IT 5 Tablet you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Olanex IT 5 Tablet only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, taking Olanex IT 5 Tablet can treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Olanex IT 5 Tablet
When consumed with certain foods, Olanex IT 5 Tablet may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Olanex IT 5 Tablet
Consuming Olanex IT 5 Tablet with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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