Olitabs 5 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Olitabs 5 Tablet Information

Olitabs 5 Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Schizophrenia. The alternative uses of Olitabs 5 Tablet have also been explained below.

The correct dosage of Olitabs 5 Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. 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 Olitabs 5 Tablet have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Olitabs 5 Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Olitabs 5 Tablet is Moderate for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Olitabs 5 Tablet related warnings talks about Olitabs 5 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Olitabs 5 Tablet is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Tardive Dyskinesia, Depression as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Olitabs 5 Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug reaction of Olitabs 5 Tablet with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Olitabs 5 Tablet is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

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

Olitabs 5 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Olitabs 5 Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Schizophrenia

Other Benefits

Olitabs 5 Tablet 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

Olitabs 5 Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Olitabs 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.

Moderate
Is the use of Olitabs 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.

Severe
What is the effect of Olitabs 5 Tablet on the Kidneys?

Olitabs does not damage the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Olitabs 5 Tablet on the Liver?

Olitabs is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Olitabs 5 Tablet on the Heart?

Olitabs has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Olitabs 5 Tablet with Other Drugs

Olitabs 5 Tablet 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

Olitabs 5 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Olitabs 5 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Tardive Dyskinesia
Jaundice
Liver Disease
Diabetes
Heart Disease
Depression
Liver Cancer

Frequently asked Questions about Olitabs 5 Tablet

Is this Olitabs 5 Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Olitabs 5 Tablet does not cause addiction.

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

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Olitabs 5 Tablet as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Olitabs 5 Tablet only as per medical advice.

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

Yes, this Olitabs 5 Tablet works for mental disorders.

Yes

Olitabs 5 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Olitabs 5 Tablet

When consumed with certain foods, Olitabs 5 Tablet may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Olitabs 5 Tablet

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Olitabs 5 Tablet as it can have severe side effects.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Olitabs 5 Tablet

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Olitabs and Celexa together?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

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.

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Olitabs work?

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

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.

Question about 5 years ago

Can Olitabs help with OCD (obsessive-compulsive disorder)?

Dr. Madhur Anand MBBS, MS , General Surgery

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.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Olitabs cause mania?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

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.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Olitabs without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

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.