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Composition :

OLANZAPINE-10MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Jagsam Pharma

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

Therapeutic Class

ANTIPSYCHOTICS

Country of origin

India
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FAQs

Olafast 10 mg Tablet contains Olanzapine which works by balancing the chemical messengers like dopamine and serotonin located in the brain, improving mood, behaviour and thoughts.

Olafast 10 mg Tablet should be used with caution in the medical history of allergic reactions, liver or kidney diseases, heart problems, breathing problems, Alzheimer's disease, high cholesterol, glaucoma, diabetes, stomach/intestinal problems, breathing problem during sleep (sleep apnea), low white blood cell count, breast cancer, enlarged prostate, or fits. Please let your doctor know if you have any other medical problems before starting Olafast 10 mg Tablet .

Olafast 10 mg Tablet may make you sweat less and can likely cause heart stroke. Hence, limiting activities that cause overheating, like an exercise in hot weather or using hot tubs, is advised. Drink plenty of fluids and dress lightly.

Olafast 10 mg Tablet may cause dizziness. It is advised to avoid getting up too fast from a sitting or lying position that can make you feel dizzy.

Olanzapine can cause side effects like orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering in blood pressure leading to dizziness on standing). If you experience this, do not try to stand up suddenly or start walking; instead, lie down and get up slowly only when you feel better. People taking Olafast 10 mg Tablet are advised to regularly monitor their blood pressure levels to avoid such unpleasant events. It is also advised to be aware of a condition called tardive dyskinesia (uncontrolled movements of the face, lips, mouth, tongue, arms or legs) that may rarely occur while using this medicine.

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Alcohol

Unsafe

It is advised to avoid alcohol consumption while taking Olafast 10 mg Tablet . Alcohol intake and Olafast 10 mg Tablet may cause increased dizziness and drowsiness. Please consult your doctor for more information.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Olafast 10 mg Tablet is a pregnancy category C drug. Using antipsychotic drugs during the third trimester of pregnancy can cause muscle problems in newborn babies. Please inform your doctor before taking Olafast 10 mg Tablet if you are pregnant or planning to conceive. Your doctor will weigh the potential risks and benefits before prescribing Olafast 10 mg Tablet .

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Breast Feeding

Unsafe

Olafast 10 mg Tablet is excreted into the breast milk; hence it is not recommended for a nursing mother. Inform your doctor before taking Olafast 10 mg Tablet if you are a breastfeeding mother.

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Driving

Unsafe

Olafast 10 mg Tablet may make you feel dizzy or drowsy. Do not drive if you are not mentally alert or experience any symptoms that affect your ability to drive or operate machinery.

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Liver

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed in patients with liver impairment. Please inform your doctor if you have a liver impairment or any concerns.

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Kidney

Caution

Please inform your doctor before using Olafast 10 mg Tablet if you suffer from severe kidney impairment. Your doctor may adjust the dose if necessary based on your condition.

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Children

Unsafe

Olafast 10 mg Tablet is not recommended in people below 12 years of age.

About Olafast 10 mg Tablet

Olafast 10 mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called 'atypical antipsychotics,' primarily used to treat schizophrenia and manic depression (bipolar disorder). Schizophrenia is a mental condition in which the person may feel, hear or see things that are not there (hallucinations), believe things that are not true, and feel unusually suspicious or confused. Manic depression, or bipolar disorder, is a serious brain disorder in which a person experiences extreme mood swings (variance in thinking) and frequent mood and behavioural changes.

Olafast 10 mg Tablet contains 'Olanzapine' that works by restoring the balance of chemical messengers (dopamine and serotonin) in the brain and improves thinking mood, and behaviour. It helps in clear thinking and decreases hallucinations. It is used for treating manic episodes of bipolar disorder and agitation in schizophrenia.

Take Olafast 10 mg Tablet as prescribed by your doctor. Common side effects include drowsiness, dizziness, restlessness, tremors/shakiness, stomach upset, dry mouth, constipation, increased appetite, fatigue, decreased libido, swelling of the hands or feet, and weight gain. These side effects are not familiar to everyone and vary individually. If you notice any side effects that are not manageable, please consult your doctor.

Olafast 10 mg Tablet is not recommended for treatment in patients with Dementia-Related Psychosis. Inform your doctor beforehand if you have a history of allergic reactions to Olanzapine, Alzheimer's disease, liver or kidney diseases, heart problems, breathing problems, high cholesterol, glaucoma, diabetes, breast cancer, enlarged prostate, or fits before starting this medicine. If you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or a breastfeeding mother, inform your doctor before starting Olafast 10 mg Tablet . Avoid consuming alcohol while being treated with Olafast 10 mg Tablet as it can make you dizzy or drowsy. Do not drive or operate machinery while using Olafast 10 mg Tablet since it can make you sleepy. This medicine is not recommended for children below 12 years of age.

Uses of Olafast 10 mg Tablet

Schizophrenia and Manic depression (bipolar disorder).

Medicinal Benefits Mweb

Medicinal Benefits

Olafast 10 mg Tablet is used to treat schizophrenia and manic depression (bipolar disorder). It effectively treats manic episodes of bipolar disorder and agitation in schizophrenia. It contains 'Olanzapine,' which belongs to the class of atypical antipsychotics. It works by restoring the balance of chemical messengers (dopamine and serotonin) in the brain. It is also known to improve thinking, mood, and behaviour. It helps in clear thinking and relieves psychotic symptoms like hallucinations.

Directions for Use

Tablet/Capsule: Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew or break it. Melt in mouth tablets/Fast Dissolving tablets: Do not touch these tablets with wet hands. These tablets dissolve rapidly when placed on the tongue. Take the tablet and place it on your tongue. Let it disperse/dissolve in your oral cavity, and swallow it. There is no need to take these tablets with water.

Side Effects of Olafast 10 mg Tablet

  • Drowsiness
  • Dizziness
  • Restlessness
  • Tremors/shakiness
  • Stomach upset
  • Dry mouth
  • Constipation
  • Increased appetite
  • Fatigue
  • Decreased libido
  • Swelling of the hands or feet
  • Weight gain

Drug Warnings

Olafast 10 mg Tablet is not recommended for treatment in patients with Dementia-Related Psychosis. Brief your medical history to the doctor if you have any allergic reactions, liver or kidney diseases, Alzheimer's disease, dementia, heart problems, breathing problems, high cholesterol, glaucoma, diabetes, bowel problems, breathing problem during sleep (sleep apnea), low white blood cell count, breast cancer, enlarged prostate, or fits before starting Olafast 10 mg Tablet . Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive before starting this medicine. Olafast 10 mg Tablet is not recommended during breastfeeding. Avoid consuming alcohol as it might lead to increased side effects like dizziness and drowsiness. Avoid driving or operating machinery as Olafast 10 mg Tablet may decrease your mental alertness, making you feel dizzy or drowsy. Olafast 10 mg Tablet is not recommended for people below 12 years of age as safety and effectiveness have not been established.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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OlanzapinePramipexole
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OlanzapinePotassium chloride
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OlanzapinePramipexole
Critical
How does the drug interact with Olafast 10 mg Tablet:
Taking Olafast 10 mg Tablet with Pramipexole can increase the risk and severity of side effects and reduce the effectiveness of Pramipexole.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Olafast 10 mg Tablet and Pramipexole is not recommended as it leads to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by a doctor. If you experience any symptoms such as drowsiness, dizziness, and lightheadedness, contact a doctor immediately. Avoid driving or operating dangerous machinery, and be careful while getting up from a sitting or lying position. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
OlanzapinePotassium chloride
Critical
How does the drug interact with Olafast 10 mg Tablet:
Taking Olafast 10 mg Tablet with Potassium chloride can increase the risk of stomach ulcers, bleeding, and gastrointestinal injury.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Olafast 10 mg Tablet and Potassium chloride is not recommended as it leads to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by a doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like severe abdominal pain, bloating, sudden dizziness or lightheadedness, nausea, vomiting (especially with blood), loss of appetite, and/or black, tarry stools, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
OlanzapinePotassium citrate
Critical
How does the drug interact with Olafast 10 mg Tablet:
Taking Olafast 10 mg Tablet with Potassium citrate can increase the irritant effects of potassium on your stomach and upper intestine.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Olafast 10 mg Tablet and Potassium citrate is not recommended as it leads to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by your doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like severe abdominal pain, bloating, sudden dizziness or lightheadedness, nausea, vomiting (especially with blood), loss of appetite, and/or black, tarry stools, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
OlanzapineRopinirole
Critical
How does the drug interact with Olafast 10 mg Tablet:
When Ropinirole is taken with Olafast 10 mg Tablet, it may reduce the effectiveness of ropinirole.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Ropinirole with Olafast 10 mg Tablet is not recommended as it can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as drowsiness, low blood pressure, dizziness, and lightheadedness. Do not stop using any medications without consulting doctor.
OlanzapineMorphine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Olafast 10 mg Tablet:
Using Morphine together with Olafast 10 mg Tablet can increase the risk of central nervous system depression (a physiological state that can result in a decreased rate of breathing, decreased heart rate, and loss of consciousness).

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Olafast 10 mg Tablet and Morphine together can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has suggested it. If you experience dizziness, drowsiness, difficulty concentrating, and impairment in judgment contact a doctor immediately. You should avoid driving or operating hazardous machinery. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
OlanzapineSodium oxybate
Severe
How does the drug interact with Olafast 10 mg Tablet:
Using sodium oxybate together with Olafast 10 mg Tablet may increase side effects such as drowsiness, dizziness, lightheadedness, confusion, depression, low blood pressure, slow or shallow breathing, and impairment in thinking, judgment, and motor coordination.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of sodium oxybate and Olafast 10 mg Tablet can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by your doctor. If you experience any symptoms, contact your doctor immediately. Avoid driving, operating machinery, or engaging in potentially hazardous activities requiring mental alertness and motor coordination for at least six hours after taking sodium oxybate and until you know how the medications affect you, and use caution when getting up from a sitting or lying position. Do not discontinue any medications without first consulting your doctor.
OlanzapineTramadol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Olafast 10 mg Tablet:
Co-administration of Olafast 10 mg Tablet with tramadol can increase the risk of irregular heart rhythms.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Olafast 10 mg Tablet with tramadol together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, contact a doctor immediately if you experience any symptoms such as dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or irregular heartbeat. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
OlanzapineIomeprol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Olafast 10 mg Tablet:
The combined use of Iomeprol and Olafast 10 mg Tablet can increase the risk of seizures as Iomeprol be injected directly into the spine.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Olafast 10 mg Tablet with Iomeprol can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. If you have seizures or a head injury, it's important to contact your doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
OlanzapineMefloquine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Olafast 10 mg Tablet:
The combined use of Mefloquine and Olafast 10 mg Tablet can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Mefloquine and Olafast 10 mg Tablet can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by your doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, heart palpitations, diarrhea, or vomiting, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without first consulting your doctor.
OlanzapineSufentanil
Severe
How does the drug interact with Olafast 10 mg Tablet:
Combining Olafast 10 mg Tablet with Sufentanil can cause central nervous system depression such as Olafast 10 mg Tablet can lead to serious side effects including respiratory distress, intestinal obstruction, fecal impaction.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Olafast 10 mg Tablet and Sufentanil together can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has suggested it. If you experience any symptoms like feeling tired, having trouble breathing, feeling dizzy or drowsy, difficulty focusing, taking pain or cough medications, constipation, blockage in your intestines, difficulty passing stool, hard or dry stool, less frequent bowel movements, stomach problems, feeling sick, feeling bloated, having stomach pain, or swelling contact the doctor immediately. you should avoid driving or operating hazardous machinery until you know how they affect you and do not discontinue any medications without consulting your doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

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  • SERTRALINE
  • QUETIAPINE

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No

Special Advise

  • Let your doctor know that you are taking Olafast 10 mg Tablet if you are undergoing any medical tests.
  • Weight gain has been noticed in patients who use Olanzapine; hence, please take measures accordingly.
  • High blood pressure is also recorded in patients using this medicine; hence take appropriate measures accordingly by consulting your doctor.
  • Olafast 10 mg Tablet may affect blood glucose levels. Hence it is advised to monitor blood sugar levels regularly while using Olafast 10 mg Tablet . 
  • Timely monitoring of the cholesterol/triglyceride levels and Prolactin hormone levels is advised for the patient while using this medicine.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Maintain proper weight by following a healthy diet.
  • Exercise regularly as it helps in less cognitive decline and brain volume loss.
  • Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.
  • Try to avoid stress by practising meditation or yoga.
  • Include fruits and vegetables in your diet as they contain antioxidants.
  • Eat nutritious food as it helps in cognitive stimulation.
  • Limit foods with high cholesterol and saturated fats.
  • Cut down on sugar, salt and processed foods.
  • Drink plenty of water.
  • Follow a healthy lifestyle as it helps in improving overall health and possibly protects the brain.

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