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Olitabs 2.5 Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Schizophrenia. The alternative uses of Olitabs 2.5 Tablet have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Olitabs 2.5 Tablet. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Olitabs 2.5 Tablet have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Olitabs 2.5 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.
In addition, Olitabs 2.5 Tablet's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Olitabs 2.5 Tablet related warnings talks about Olitabs 2.5 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Olitabs 2.5 Tablet can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Olitabs 2.5 Tablet in conditions like Tardive Dyskinesia, Depression. Other contraindications of Olitabs 2.5 Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Olitabs 2.5 Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Olitabs 2.5 Tablet is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Olitabs 2.5 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 Olitabs 2.5 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Olitabs can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Olitabs, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Olitabs 2.5 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Olitabs 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 Olitabs 2.5 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Olitabs does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Olitabs 2.5 Tablet on the Liver?
Olitabs is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Olitabs 2.5 Tablet on the Heart?
Olitabs has very mild side effects on the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Olitabs 2.5 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Olitabs 2.5 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Olitabs 2.5 Tablet does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Olitabs 2.5 Tablet as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Olitabs 2.5 Tablet only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, this Olitabs 2.5 Tablet works for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Olitabs 2.5 Tablet
When consumed with certain foods, Olitabs 2.5 Tablet may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Olitabs 2.5 Tablet
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Olitabs 2.5 Tablet as it can have severe side effects.
Yes, you can take Olitabs 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.
Olitabs 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, Olitabs 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, Olitabs might cause mania. It is a rare side effect of this drug and the exact cause behind mania is unknown. If you are experiencing any unusual changes in personality, behavior (aggression), and thoughts. Then you are advised to discuss it with your doctor without any further delay.
No, Olitabs 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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