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Olimelt, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Schizophrenia are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Olimelt have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Olimelt. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Olimelt side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Olimelt are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Olimelt is Moderate for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Olimelt has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Olimelt related warnings section.
Olimelt is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Tardive Dyskinesia, Depression are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Olimelt contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Olimelt have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Olimelt, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Olimelt 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 Olimelt safe for pregnant women?
Olimelt can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Olimelt right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Olimelt safe during breastfeeding?
Olimelt 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 Olimelt on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Olimelt on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Olimelt on the Liver?
Olimelt is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Olimelt on the Heart?
Olimelt has very mild side effects on the heart.
Olimelt 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 Olimelt unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Olimelt habit forming or addictive?
Olimelt is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Olimelt as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Olimelt should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, in many cases, taking Olimelt can help with mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Olimelt
Some foods when eaten with Olimelt can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Olimelt
Taking Olimelt with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Yes, Olimelt is a derivative of benzodiazepines (sedatives). It is an antipsychotic drug that belongs to the class of drug known as a thiobenzodiazepine.
Yes, Olimelt may be helpful for treating anxiety in those individuals who do not respond to conventional therapy. However, this drug is only approved for the treatment of schizophrenia, Bipolar I Disorder (manic or mixed episodes) and to control the agitation associated with schizophrenia and mania.
Yes, Olimelt 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.
Take Olimelt as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed by your doctor to avoid unpleasant side effects.
Yes, Olimelt may cause drowsiness or sedation. It is a common side effect of this drug. It occurs because this drug affects the levels of chemical messengers in your brain. You are advised not to drive any vehicle or operate heavy machinery after taking this drug to avoid accidents
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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