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Psycholanz 7.5mg Tablets

10 Tablet(s) in Strip
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IPCA LABORATORIES

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Product Summary

Salt Content
Olanzapine(7.5 Mg)
Therapy
Anti-psychotics
3 Step Quality
Assurance
Cash on delivery
available
NPPA
Regulated

Medical Description

Psycholanz 7.5mg Tablets contains Olanzapine which is an antipsychotic.

Uses

It is used in the treatment of schizophrenia.

Contraindications

  • If you are allergic to this medicine or any of the ingredients of this medicine
  • If you have a history of increased pressure in the eyes (glaucoma)

Side effects

  • Weight gain
  • Excessive sleep
  • Feeling dizzy when getting up from lying or sitting position
  • Increased levels of prolactin in the blood
  • Unusual movement of face or tongue
  • Feeling of restlessness (akathisia)
  • Dizziness
  • Increase in liver enzymes, increase in sugar in blood and urine
  • Feeling of hungriness
  • Dry mouth
  • Swelling of hands, ankles, feet
  • Joint pain
  • Constipation
  • Loss of strength
  • Decreased libido in males and females

Precautions and Warnings

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Pregnancy

It is not recommended to take this medicine if you are pregnantIf a woman is taking this medicine in the last trimester of pregnancy, then the baby may have shivering, weakness, sleepiness, breathing and feeding difficulties

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Breast Feeding

Tell your doctor if you are breastfeeding as Olanzapine passes into breast milk and may harm your baby. It is advised not to breastfeed your child when you are taking this medicine.

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Driving

This medicine is known to cause sleepiness and dizziness, hence driving or operating machines should be avoided while you are taking this medicine.

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Alcohol

It is advised to avoid alcohol consumption along with this medicine as it may worsen the side effects like sleepiness or dizziness.

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Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if
  • You have a history of fits
  • You are an old aged person and have loss of memory
  • You experience unusual movements of face or tongue
  • You may experience weight gain, monitor your weight regularly, seek dietician's help
  • You may experience high blood sugar level and high level of cholesterol and regular blood tests are needed to keep a check on these
  • You have a family history of blood clots (This medicine is known to cause blood clots)
  • You are suffering from stroke
  • You have a blockage in your intestine
  • You are suffering from the prostate problem (frequent urination, burning sensation during urination, etc.)
  • You are suffering from blood disorders, heart disease, diabetes, Parkinson's disease, liver or kidney disease

Directions for Use

Swallow the whole tablet with water or as prescribed by your physician.

Storage and disposal

  • Store at room temperature (below 30°C)
  • Keep out of reach of children and protect it from light and moisture

Dosage

Overdose

  • Symptoms of overdose include rapid heartbeat, aggressiveness, unusual movements (of face or tongue), reduced level of consciousness, confusion, fits, sweating, drowsiness, muscle stiffness, slowing of breathing rate, high or low blood pressure, abnormal heart rhythm
  • Seek emergency medical attention if you happen to take more of this medicine

Missed a Dose

  • If you missed any dose of medicine, take it as soon as you remember
  • If it's time for your next dose, then skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule
  • Do not take a double dose of medicine to compensate for the missed one

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Olanzapine helps in restoring the chemical balance of various chemical substances in the brain which may cause mental illness.

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

  • Medicines used to treat anxiety or make you sleep
  • Medicine used to treat fungal infection like Ketoconazole
  • Medicines used to treat Parkinson’s disease
  • Medicines used to treat fits like Carbamazepine
  • Medicines used to treat depression (antidepressant) like Fluvoxamine
  • Medicines used to treat infections (antibiotic) like Ciprofloxacin

Interactions with food items

Olanzapine may be taken with or without food.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Psycholanz 7.5mg Tablets is typically used as a medicine for schizophrenia. It is not prescribed for insomnia.

No, the medicine will not work immediately. You will generally feel its effects in a short while; however, it can take many weeks as well.

No, do not stop this medicine on your own. If your doctor considers it necessary, then he/ she may decrease the dose of the medicine gradually before stopping it. If you stop it suddenly, then you may experience sweating, tremor, nausea, vomiting.

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Manufacturer Details

Manufacturer Name:IPCA LABORATORIES

Address:<p>1. 142 AB, Kandivli Industrial Estate, Kandivli (West), Mumbai - 400 067, Maharashtra</p>

Country of Origin:India

Vendor Details

Fulfillment Information: Psycholanz 7.5 MG Tablet (10) will be delivered by a licensed retail pharmacy nearest to your location. Order acceptance and fulfillment are dependent upon the verification of your doctor's valid prescription (where applicable) and the current stock of this medicine.

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