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Olay 5 Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Schizophrenia. Olay 5 Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Olay 5 Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Olay 5 Tablet have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Olay 5 Tablet normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Olay 5 Tablet has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Olay 5 Tablet related warnings talks about Olay 5 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Olay 5 Tablet is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Tardive Dyskinesia, Depression as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Olay 5 Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Olay 5 Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Olay 5 Tablet is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Olay 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
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Is the use of Olay 5 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Olay Tablet. It is best to stop taking Olay Tablet immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Olay 5 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Olay Tablet should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Olay 5 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Olay Tablet is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Olay 5 Tablet on the Liver?
Side effects of Olay Tablet rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Olay 5 Tablet on the Heart?
Side effects of Olay Tablet rarely affect the heart.
Olay 5 Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Olay 5 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Olay 5 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Olay 5 Tablet is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Olay 5 Tablet. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Olay 5 Tablet is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, in many cases, taking Olay 5 Tablet can help with mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Olay 5 Tablet
Some foods when eaten with Olay 5 Tablet can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Olay 5 Tablet
Taking Olay 5 Tablet with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Yes, Olay Tablet 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.
Olay Tablet 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.
Yes, Olay Tablet is safe to use, if it is taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as dry mouth and dizziness. If you experience above-mentioned side after using this drug then inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Yes, Olay Tablet may cause weight gain. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause of weight gain is not known but it is presumed that it occurs due to increased food intake caused by increased appetite. Hence you are advised to keep monitoring your weight from time to time and exercise daily to maintain a healthy weight.
Yes, Olay Tablet is used in the treatment of schizophrenia. It helps in improving thoughts, stabilizing mood, and behavior in schizophrenia.
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