Olet Plus Strip Of 10 Tablets
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Description
Olet Plus Tablet treats resistant depression and depressive episodes associated with bipolar disorder. Depression is a mood disorder characterised by episodes of sadness, mood swings and feelings of
hopelessness. Olet Plus Tablet is a combination medicine that contains fluoxetine and olanzapine as the active ingredient. It is an antidepressant medication. This combination of medicine works by balancing certain chemical substances in the brain, stabilising mood and improving behaviour. Olet Plus Tablet should be taken in dosage and duration as advised by your doctor. This medicine should not be taken without consulting a doctor as there are many side effects associated with this medicine. Don’t stop taking this medicine suddenly without consulting your doctor, as it can cause clinical worsening of your condition or may lead to withdrawal symptoms.
Product Summary
| Offer Price | ₹68.40 |
| You Save | ₹25.30 (27% on MRP) |
| Contains | Fluoxetine+Olanzapine |
| Uses | Resistant depression, Bipolar disorder |
| Side effects | Drowsiness, Headache, Dry mouth, Lightheadedness, Constipation, Weight gain, Sleep-related problems |
| Therapy | ANTI-DEPRESSANT |
Uses
- As per CDSCO and USFDA, Olet Plus Tablet is used for:
- Resistant depression
- Depressive episode associated with Bipolar disorder
Contraindications
- If you’re allergic to any ingredient of Olet Plus Tablet.
- If you are taking other antidepressants like Monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOI).
- If you have a history of sudden mood changes or suicidal thoughts.
- If you have conditions that cause hyperprolactinemia (high prolactin levels).
- If you have severe stomach or intestinal blockage due to paralytic ileus.
- If you have glaucoma (increase the pressure in the eye)
- If you’ve a history of seizures or fits.
- If you have any history of alcohol or substance addiction.
Side effects
- Drowsiness
- Headache
- Dry mouth
- Lightheadedness
- Constipation
- Weight gain
- Sleep-related problems
Precautions and Warnings
Pregnancy
Q:
Can I take Olet Plus Tablet during pregnancy?
A:
No, Olet Plus Tablet can be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Even though there are limited human studies to prove this, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing foetus. Doctors sometimes may prescribe this medicine in life-threatening cases. Pregnant women are advised to consult a doctor before this medication.
Breast Feeding
Q:
Can I take Olet Plus Tablet while breastfeeding?
A:
No, Olet Plus Tablet is not recommended during breastfeeding. It gets excreted into breast milk and can harm the baby. Your doctor may advise you to discontinue breastfeeding for a while or prescribe low doses if you continue breastfeeding.
Driving
Q:
Can I drive if I have taken Olet Plus Tablet?
A:
Olet Plus Tablet may cause side effects that could affect your ability to drive. The tablet may cause decreased alertness, blurring of vision, mental confusion, nausea and can cause dizziness, lethargy, lightheadedness. Do not drive if you are experiencing these side effects after taking this medicine.
Alcohol
Q:
Can I consume alcohol with the Olet Plus Tablet ?
A:
Alcohol consumption with Olet Plus Tablet is not advised. It increases the severity of side effects like decreased vision, dizziness, drowsiness, lethargy, liver injury, etc. It also worsens the condition of the disease for which you are taking this tablet.
Other General Warnings
Talk to your doctor if
- You have any allergic reactions after taking Olet Plus Tablet.
- You have any self-harming thoughts or suicidal ideation.
- You experience any severe side effects persistently.
- You have a respiratory illness like sleep apnea.
- You have a history of seizures and taking anti-seizure medication.
- You’ve a history of low blood pressure and diabetes.
- You are an elderly patient over 65 years of age.
- You have a history of blood (abnormal bleeding), hepatic and kidney problems.
- You are using any ayurvedic or herbal medicines, vitamins, and other health supplements.
Mode of Action
How Does It Work?
Olet Plus Tablet contains two active ingredients: fluoxetine and olanzapine. Fluoxetine is an antidepressant that mainly works by inhibiting the reabsorption of serotonin by blocking the reabsorption transporter protein. This leads to the accumulation of serotonin, thereby directly improving the mood and other symptoms the patient may be facing. Serotonin is a natural chemical substance responsible for stabilising mood, causing good feelings, and improving behaviour.
Olanzapine is an antipsychotic medication. It acts by acting on dopamine and serotonin receptors. This medication balances the levels of these two chemical substances, balancing mood and improving thinking and behaviour....
Directions for Use
- Take the Olet Plus Tablet as prescribed by the doctor.
- You can take Olet medicine with or without food or as prescribed.
- Take this medicine on a regular schedule, preferably at the same time every day.
- Swallow the whole tablet with a glass of water. Do not break/crush the tablet or chew this medicine.
- Do not take this tablet with other medications without consulting your doctor.
- Don’t stop taking this medication suddenly, as it may lead to withdrawal side effects.
- Do not consume if the package has been opened.
- Don’t exceed the dosage, even if you cannot feel its effects.
Interactions
Interactions with other medicines
- Tell your doctor and pharmacist what medications, herbal products, vitamins and nutritional supplements, you’re taking or plan to take as there is a chance of medicine Interaction. Many medicines can interact with Olet Plus Tablet, making it less effective or increasing side effects. This includes-...
- MAOI (monoamine oxidase inhibitors) like isocarboxazid, linezolid, methylene blue, Selegiline, Rasagiline, and other antidepressants, SSRI, lithium, triptans, buspirone, amphetamines, tramadol, tryptophan, is strictly contraindicated as it may cause serotonin syndrome....
- Interaction with metoprolol can lead to excessive bradycardia (slow heart rate).
- Interaction with tricyclic antidepressants, antipsychotics (pimozide, haloperidol), and antihistamines can prolong QT interval.
- Interaction with antiepileptics (seizure medicines), antipsychotics, antiarrhythmics (heart medicine), Olet Plus Tablet can slow down the removal of these medicines.
- NSAIDs, Aspirin, and other medications which affect coagulation may interact and can increase the risk of bleeding.
- Interaction with Herbal products like St john’s wort can lead to life-threatening side effects.
Interactions with food items
- While consuming Olet Plus Tablet, avoid consuming Tyramine rich foods such as cheese, milk, meat, bananas, excess chocolate, soy, chicken liver, canned figs, etc. It can cause serious side effects and a sudden increase in blood pressure....
Storage and disposal
Store Olet Plus Tablet at room temperature in a cool and dry area, away from sunlight. Keep Olet Plus tablet away from the reach of children and pet animals in a closed or locked cabin. Do not remove the medicine from its original packing.
Do not flush Olet Plus Tablet down into the toilet. Do not throw away the medicines via household waste. Dispose of the expired medicine immediately. Do not use this medication after the expiry date, which is stated on the label....
Dosage
Overdose
Olet Plus Tablet overdose can cause symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, confusion, decreased focus, suicidal thoughts, trouble breathing, severe abdominal pain, slow heart rate, and trouble with sleeping and loss of consciousness. If you experience these overdose symptoms, seek emergency medical treatment from the nearby hospital....
Missed a Dose
If you have missed a single dose of Olet Plus Tablet, take it as soon as possible. If you recall missing a dose when it's already time to take the next tablet of Olet Plus Tablet, then skip the missed one and take the next dose. Do not take both tablets together as it can cause an overdose. Consult your doctor if need more information....
Content Details
WRITTEN BY
Dr. Zishan Ahmad
MBBS, MD
REVIEWED BY
Dr. Vijay Y
MBBS, MD in Clinical Pharmacology
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Is Olet Plus Tablet a habit-forming medicine?
A: No, Olet Plus Tablet did not reveal any medicine-seeking behaviour or medicine abuse potential in clinical trials. However, careful evaluation should be done in patients for any signs of misuse after taking this medication.
Q: Does taking Olet Plus Tablet can cause weight gain?
A: Olet Plus Tablet can cause weight gain in some people. It varies from person to person. Eating healthy and exercising is important when consuming the pill.
Q: Can I discontinue taking Olet Plus Tablet on my own after I feel improvement in my symptoms?
A: No, Do not stop taking Olet Plus Tablet despite having symptomatic relief otherwise, it may lead to withdrawal symptoms. Talk to your doctor before stopping the medicine as doses need to be slowly tapered to avoid undesirable side effects.
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