Drug Name

Zyprexa (Olanzapine)

Drug Uses

Zyprexa is a psychic drug that is used to cure the symptoms related to bipolar disorder and schizophrenia.
 

How to use 
You should take Zyprexa as directed by the doctor. The drug is an oral drug, and can be taken with or without food. You should also drink extra fluids while taking the drug. Make sure that you take the proper instructions from your doctor before taking the medicine. You should continue taking the drug even if you feel better. Make sure that you do not miss any of the doses. If you have any queries about Zyprexa, you can always ask your doctor about them.

Drug Class and Mechanism:

Zypreva is an antipsychotic medicine. The drug works by changing the action of chemicals in the brain.

Missed Dose:

In the case of a missed dose, take a dose as soon as you remember it, but do not take it if you are too near the next dose. Make sure that you do not over dose or take a double dose, as both can have serious repercussions on your health. You should store Zyprexa at room temperature, and the temperature should be between sixty eight to seventy seven degrees Fahrenheit.  Always remember to keep the drug out of the reach of children and pets.
 

Warnings/Precautions

You should not use Zyprexa if you are allergic to any of the ingredients of the medicine. The best way to find out whether you are allergic to the ingredients is by contacting your health care provider about it. Also, taking the medicine while you are suffering from some other medical conditions may have some serious repercussions on your health.  You should consult your doctor before taking ZYprexa if you are pregnant, lactating or planning to become pregnant. You should also contact your health care officer if you are taking any kind of dietary supplements, or taking any unprescribed or prescribed medicine. You should also inform your doctor if you have any allergies to medicines, foods or other substances.

You should not take the medicine if you have medical ailments like heart problems, seizures, ECG, heart attack, blood and vessel problem, stroke, high blood cholesterol ,levels and even high or low blood pressure. Also, if you have some other problems like liver problems, stomach, bowel problems, narrow angle glaucoma, neuroleptic malignant syndrome, suicidal thoughts and attempts or aspiration pneumonia.

You should not take the medicine if you have Alzheimer, trouble swallowing or dementia. Also, if you are diabetic and overweight, you should not take the medicine. You should also not take the medicine if anyone in our family has weight issues and problems.  Also, some medicines may interact with Zyprexa. You should inform your health care provider about the various issues that Zyprexa may have with other medicines.
 

Possible Side Effects

Some of the side effects affiliated with this medicine are back pain, joint pain, cough, constipation, dizziness, dry mouth, increased appetite, drowsiness, light headedness, restlessness, numbness or tingling of the skin, weakness, weight gain and sore throat.  You should also seek medical attention if you experience these kinds of severe side effects:

Rash
Hives
Difficulty in breathing
Tightness in chest
Swollen mouth
Swollen lips, mouth or tongue
Abnormal thoughts
Confusion,
Decreased urination,
Increased sweating,
Memory loss,
Muscle pain,
Menstruation changes
Seizures
Mood changes like depressions and hallucinations,
Etc.