Olanex Plus: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Olanex Plus Benefits & Uses

Olanex Plus is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Olanex Plus 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
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Depression Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Fluoxetine (20 mg) Olanzapine (5 mg)/Tablet
Adult	Disease: Depression Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Fluoxetine (20 mg) Olanzapine (10 mg), or Fluoxetine (20 mg) Olanzapine (5 mg)/Tablet
Geriatric	Disease: Depression Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Fluoxetine (20 mg) Olanzapine (10 mg), or Fluoxetine (20 mg) Olanzapine (5 mg)/Tablet

Olanex Plus Related Warnings

Is the use of Olanex Plus safe for pregnant women?

Olanex Plus may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Olanex Plus again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Olanex Plus safe during breastfeeding?

Olanex Plus may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Olanex Plus on the Kidneys?

Using Olanex Plus does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Olanex Plus on the Liver?

Olanex Plus has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Olanex Plus on the Heart?

Olanex Plus is rarely harmful for the heart.

Severe Interaction of Olanex Plus with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Paracetamol,Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan

Amiodarone

Moderate

Codeine

Warfarin

Alprazolam

Acarbose

Paracetamol,Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan

Carbamazepine

Fluvoxamine

Phenytoin

Metoprolol

Olanex Plus Contraindications

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

Suicidal Tendency
Bipolar Disorder
Liver Disease
Heart Disease
Calcium Deficiency
Potassium Deficiency
Diabetes
Tardive Dyskinesia
Jaundice
Liver Disease
Diabetes
Heart Disease
Depression
Liver Cancer

Frequently asked Questions about Olanex Plus

Is this Olanex Plus habit forming or addictive?

Olanex Plus does not cause addiction.

Olanex Plus Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Olanex Plus

Some foods when eaten with Olanex Plus can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Olanex Plus

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Olanex Plus as it can have severe side effects.

Frequently asked Questions about Olanex Plus

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Olanex Plus work?

Dr. Ramraj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Olanex Plus is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). It selectively inhibits the reuptake of serotonin which increases the concentration of serotonin in the central nervous system (CNS) that helps maintain mental balance. This results in many functional changes and alleviation of depression.

Question almost 6 years ago

Is Olanex Plus used for the treatment of anxiety?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Olanex Plus is used for the treatment of anxiety by decreasing the activity in the brain this causes calming of the brain which provides relief to the patient from anxiety.

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Olanex Plus?

Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician

Olanex Plus is the brand name for fluoxetine. It belongs to a class of drug known as an antidepressant (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors). It is available in the form of tablet, capsule, syrup, and suspension. Olanex Plus is used for the management of depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder (recurring disturbing thoughts with a compulsion to repeat some act), panic disorder (sudden bouts of extreme fear), and premenstrual dysphoric syndrome (irritability, mood swings, bloating and breast tenderness before a menstrual cycle. It is also used to treat depression in people who do not respond to other antidepressant medications such as olanzapine. In addition, it is used to treat depression in people who also show symptoms of bipolar disorder (a manic-depressive disorder in which there are bouts of depression, mania, and abnormal mood) with olanzapine.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Olanex Plus cause negative thinking?

Dr. Ajay Kumar MBBS, MD , General Physician

Yes, Olanex Plus may cause distorted or negative thinking. One may develop feelings of self-harm. However, one can conquer such thought processes easily by concentrating on positive things in life, taking one day at a time and living each moment, practicing empathy and gratitude, finding meaning in helping others, learning new life skills, practicing yoga and meditation to achieve a sense of calm and so on.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Olanex Plus associated with weight loss?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Olanex Plus can cause weight loss. It is a common side effect of this drug. Few people may experience this effect after consuming this drug. People should monitor their weight, eat healthily and include at least 30 mins of exercising in a day. In spite of all efforts if you experience weight loss then discuss with your doctor.