Olanex 10 Tablet Information
Olanex 10 Tablet, 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 Olanex 10 Tablet have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Olanex 10 Tablet. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Olanex 10 Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Olanex 10 Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Olanex 10 Tablet's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Olanex 10 Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Olanex 10 Tablet related warnings section.
Olanex 10 Tablet 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 contraindications of Olanex 10 Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Olanex 10 Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Olanex 10 Tablet is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Olanex 10 Tablet Benefits & Uses
Olanex 10 Tablet is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
Olanex 10 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 |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Olanex 10 Tablet Related Warnings
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Is the use of Olanex 10 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Olanex can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Olanex right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Moderate -
Is the use of Olanex 10 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Olanex. It should only be taken after medical advice.
Severe -
What is the effect of Olanex 10 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Olanex does not damage the kidneys.
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What is the effect of Olanex 10 Tablet on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Olanex on the liver have been reported.
Mild -
What is the effect of Olanex 10 Tablet on the Heart?
Olanex is rarely harmful for the heart.
Mild
Olanex 10 Tablet Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Olanex 10 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Tardive Dyskinesia
- Jaundice
- Liver Disease
- Diabetes
- Heart Disease
- Depression
- Liver Cancer
Frequently asked Questions about Olanex 10 Tablet
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Is this Olanex 10 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Olanex 10 Tablet is addictive.
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Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Olanex 10 Tablet you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Dangerous -
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Olanex 10 Tablet only on doctor's advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, taking Olanex 10 Tablet can treat mental disorders.
Yes
Olanex 10 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Olanex 10 Tablet
When consumed with certain foods, Olanex 10 Tablet may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Mild -
Interaction between Alcohol and Olanex 10 Tablet
Consuming Olanex 10 Tablet with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Severe
Frequently asked Questions about Olanex 10 Tablet
Question over 5 years ago
Does Olanex treat anxiety?
Dr. Ajay Kumar. MBBS, MD , Psychiatry, General Physician, Infectious Disease, Sexology, Internal Medicine, Venereology, Diabetology
Yes, Olanex 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.
Question about 6 years ago
How to take Olanex?
Dr. Mayank Yadav MBBS , General Physician
Take Olanex as advised by your doctor. It can be taken with or without food because the presence of food does not affect the absorption of this drug from the stomach. Precautions must be taken in patients with bone marrow depression, diabetes mellitus, and benign prostatic hyperplasia.
Question over 5 years ago
Can Olanex help with OCD (obsessive-compulsive disorder)?
Dr. Madhur Anand MBBS, MS , General Surgery
Yes, Olanex 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 almost 5 years ago
Can I take Olanex with depakote?
Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine
Yes, Olanex and Depakote (divalproex) can be taken together because no harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. Hence, it is safe to take Olanex along with Depakote.
Question over 5 years ago
Can Olanex cause diabetes?
Dr. Kapil Sharma MBBS , General Physician
No, Olanex does not cause diabetes but it might increase the risk of developing diabetes mellitus after long-term use in higher doses because this drug may increase the blood sugar levels (hypoglycemia). Your doctor might monitor your blood sugar levels before starting and during the treatment.
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