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Olancer is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Schizophrenia. Olancer also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Olancer. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Olancer can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Olancer 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.
It is also important to note that Olancer has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Olancer related warnings talks about Olancer's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Tardive Dyskinesia, Depression must refrain from the use of Olancer since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Olancer have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Olancer with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Olancer is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Olancer 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Olancer is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Olancer safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Olancer. It is best to stop taking Olancer immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Olancer safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Olancer may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Olancer should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Olancer on the Kidneys?
Olancer does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Olancer on the Liver?
Olancer is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Olancer on the Heart?
Side effects of Olancer rarely affect the heart.
Olancer 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 Olancer unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Olancer habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Olancer has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Olancer you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, Olancer is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, Olancer is useful in treating mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Olancer
Taking Olancer with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Olancer
Taking alcohol with Olancer can be dangerous.
No, Olancer 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.
No, Olancer 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.
Take Olancer as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed by your doctor to avoid unpleasant side effects.
Olancer 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, Olancer 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.
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B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience