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Olay Forte Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Schizophrenia. The alternative uses of Olay Forte Tablet have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Olay Forte Tablet. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Some other side effects of Olay Forte Tablet have been listed ahead. These side effects of Olay Forte Tablet are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Olay Forte Tablet has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Olay Forte Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Olay Forte Tablet related warnings section.
Olay Forte Tablet can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Olay Forte Tablet in conditions like Tardive Dyskinesia, Depression. The section on Olay Forte Tablet contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Olay Forte Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Olay Forte Tablet, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Olay Forte 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.
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Is the use of Olay Forte 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 Forte 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 Forte Tablet on the Kidneys?
Olay Tablet is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Olay Forte Tablet on the Liver?
Side effects of Olay Tablet rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Olay Forte Tablet on the Heart?
Side effects of Olay Tablet rarely affect the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Olay Forte Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Olay Forte Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Olay Forte Tablet is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Olay Forte Tablet. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Olay Forte 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 Forte Tablet can help with mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Olay Forte Tablet
Some foods when eaten with Olay Forte Tablet can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Olay Forte Tablet
Taking Olay Forte 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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