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Olanstad 5 medicine contains the main ingredient is Olanzapine 5mg, in the form of film-coated tablets, packaged in a box of 3 blisters x 10 tablets. Before using Olanstad 5, patients should consult their doctor for advice and instructions. Here is some information to help understand how Olanstad 5 works? Indicated when to use?
1. Uses and indications of Olanstad 5
Olanstad 5 is indicated for the treatment of cases of schizophrenia or other psychoses.
2. Contraindications of Olanstad 5
Olanstad 5 is contraindicated in the following cases:
Patients with hypersensitivity to Olanstad drug components 5. Narrow angle glaucoma. Women who are pregnant and breastfeeding.
3. Dosage and how to use Olanstad 5
How to use: Olanstad 5 is taken orally. Patients should swallow Olanstad tablets whole. 5. Chewing, breaking or crushing the drug can increase side effects when used.
Dosage:
For adults:
Treatment of schizophrenia:
The starting dose is 5 -10 mg/day. After 5-7 days, the dose can be increased by 5 mg/day, gradually to the target dose of 10 mg/day. The maximum recommended dose of Olanstad 5 is 20 mg/day. Maintenance dose: Take 10-20mg x 1 time/day. Treatment of manic episodes:
Monotherapy: The starting dose of Olanstad 5 is 10 -15 mg/time/day. The maintenance dose of Olanstad 5 is from 5 to 20 mg/day. The maximum recommended dose of Olanstad 5 is 20 mg/day. Combination therapy: The starting dose of Olanstad 5 is 10-15mg/time/day. Olanstad 5 dosage may range from 5 to 20 mg/day. Prevention of relapse of bipolar disorder:
Olanstad 5 dose range is from 5 to 20mg/day. If you have been previously treated with Olanzapine, your doctor may continue to use it to prevent recurrence of bipolar disorder. In case of manic, mixed, or depressive episodes, you will probably be treated with olanzapine but the dosage will be adjusted accordingly and accompanied by supportive emotional treatment. For children:
Children from 13 -17 years old: When using Olanstad 5, it is necessary to have a doctor's close supervision. For the treatment of schizophrenia, the starting dose is 2.5-5mg/time/day. The target dose is 10mg/day. Depending on the patient's condition, the doctor will increase or decrease the dose accordingly. The dose of Olanstad 5 evening is 20 mg/day. Treatment of bipolar disease: The starting dose of Olanstad 5 is 2.5 - 5 mg/time/day. The target dose is 10mg/day. Depending on the patient's condition, the doctor will increase or decrease the dose accordingly. The dose of Olanstad 5 evening is 20 mg/day. Note: The above dose of Olanstad 5g is for reference only. The specific dose of Olanstad 5 depends on the condition and the progression of the disease. To get the right dose of Olanstad 5, patients should consult their doctor or healthcare professional.
4. Olanstad 5 . drug interactions
Olanstad 5 may have an interaction reaction if used concurrently with:
Levomethadyl; Metoclopramide drug; Drugs Diazepam ; Inducers of CYP1A2 such as Carbamazepine, Rifampicin, Phenytoin, Phenobarbital and Omeprazol; Warfarin drugs; Dopamine drugs; Adrenaline drug; Levodopa drug; Antihypertensive drugs. Drugs that can depress the central nervous system. Parkinson's medication. To avoid interactions, before being prescribed Olanstad 5, patients should inform their doctor about all the drugs they are using, including functional foods. The doctor will base on that to prescribe the appropriate Olanstad 5.
5. Olanstad 5 . side effects
At therapeutic doses, Olanstad 5 was well tolerated. However, during the use of Olanstad 5, patients may still experience side effects such as:
Having suicidal thoughts; Dementia-related mental and/or behavioral disorders; Risk of Parkinson's disease; Neuroleptic malignant syndrome; Hyperglycemia and diabetes mellitus; Changes in blood lipids; Weight gain; Anticholinergic activity; Leukopenia; Sweat; Insomnia ; Run; Worried; Nausea or vomiting; Prolong the QT interval; Venous thromboembolism ; Convulsions; tardive dyskinesia; Postural hypotension; Sudden cardiac death; Allergic drug reactions; Eosinophilia ; Difficulty swallowing; Increased body temperature; Hyperprolactinemia; If you experience these symptoms, the patient should stop using Olanstad 5 and notify the doctor for appropriate treatment.
6. Note when using Olanstad 5
Caution should be exercised when using Olanstad 5 for people who drive or operate machinery, with severe liver or kidney failure. Pregnant and lactating women need to consult a doctor when they want to use Olanstad 5. Absolutely do not use when Olanstad 5 has signs of discoloration, mold, watery or expired. Above is all information about Olanstad 5 drug, patients need to carefully read the instructions for use, consult a doctor / pharmacist before using. Absolutely do not arbitrarily buy Olanstad 5 treatment at home because there may be unwanted side effects.
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