Olapad: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Olapad Information

Olapad, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Schizophrenia are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Olapad have also been explained below.

The correct dosage of Olapad depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Olapad side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Olapad normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

In addition, Olapad's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Olapad's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Olapad can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Olapad in conditions like Tardive Dyskinesia, Depression. Some other conditions that can be affected by Olapad are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug reaction of Olapad with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Olapad is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

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

Olapad Benefits & Uses

Olapad is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Schizophrenia

Other Benefits

Olapad 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

Olapad Related Warnings

Is the use of Olapad safe for pregnant women?

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

Moderate
Is the use of Olapad safe during breastfeeding?

Olapad should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.

Severe
What is the effect of Olapad on the Kidneys?

There are no side effects of Olapad on the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Olapad on the Liver?

Olapad is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Olapad on the Heart?

Olapad is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Olapad with Other Drugs

Olapad 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

Olapad Contraindications

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

Tardive Dyskinesia
Jaundice
Liver Disease
Diabetes
Heart Disease
Depression
Liver Cancer

Frequently asked Questions about Olapad

Is this Olapad habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Olapad has not been reported.

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Olapad is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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

Yes, this Olapad works for mental disorders.

Yes

Olapad Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Olapad

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

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Olapad

Consumption of alcohol and Olapad together may have severe effects on your health.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Olapad

Question over 5 years ago

Can Olapad cause diabetes?

Dr. Kapil Sharma MBBS , General Physician

No, Olapad 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Olapad work?

Dr. Braj Bhushan Ojha BAMS , Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Ayurveda, Sexology, Diabetology

Olapad contains olanzapine which is presumed to work by affecting the concentration of some chemical messengers (dopamine and serotonin neurotransmitter) in the brain which helps in improving thoughts, stabilizing mood, and behavior.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Olapad and Celexa together?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, you can take Olapad and celexa (citalopram) together. No clinically significant drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug along with celexa then do not hesitate to inform your doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Olapad without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

No, Olapad is a prescription drug, so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation because it can cause very unpleasant side effects. Hence, the patient should seek doctors advice before taking this medication by himself or herself.

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Olapad?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Olapad is a brand name of olanzapine and it comes in the form of tablet, injection, and sachet. It is an atypical antipsychotic agent which belongs to the class of drug known as a thiobenzodiazepine. Olapad is a prescription drug used for the treatment of schizophrenia, Bipolar I Disorder (manic or mixed episodes) and to control the agitation associated with schizophrenia and mania.