Olez 5 Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Schizophrenia. Olez 5 Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Olez 5 Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Olez 5 Tablet as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Olez 5 Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Olez 5 Tablet is Moderate for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Olez 5 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Olez 5 Tablet related warnings section.
Olez 5 Tablet can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Olez 5 Tablet in conditions like Tardive Dyskinesia, Depression. Other contraindications of Olez 5 Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Olez 5 Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Olez 5 Tablet is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Olez 5 Tablet is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Olez 5 Tablet is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Olez 5 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Olez may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Olez, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Olez 5 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Olez should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Olez 5 Tablet on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Olez on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Olez 5 Tablet on the Liver?
Olez may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Olez 5 Tablet on the Heart?
Olez is rarely harmful for the heart.
Olez 5 Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Olez 5 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Olez 5 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Olez 5 Tablet is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Olez 5 Tablet, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Olez 5 Tablet can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Olez 5 Tablet is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Olez 5 Tablet has been seen to have positive effect on patients with mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Olez 5 Tablet
Taking Olez 5 Tablet with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Olez 5 Tablet
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Olez 5 Tablet as it can have severe side effects.
Yes, you can take Olez and celexa (citalopram) together. No clinically significant drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug along with celexa then do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Yes, Olez might cause mania. It is a rare side effect of this drug and the exact cause behind mania is unknown. If you are experiencing any unusual changes in personality, behavior (aggression), and thoughts. Then you are advised to discuss it with your doctor without any further delay.
No, Olez does not cause diabetes but it might increase the risk of developing diabetes mellitus after long-term use in higher doses because this drug may increase the blood sugar levels (hypoglycemia). Your doctor might monitor your blood sugar levels before starting and during the treatment.
Yes, Olez might help with OCD (obsessive-compulsive disorder) in those patients who are unresponsive to the conventional treatment. Scientific data suggests that it might improve the mood symptoms in the treatment of unresponsive OCD patients.
Olez is a brand name of olanzapine and it comes in the form of tablet, injection, and sachet. It is an atypical antipsychotic agent which belongs to the class of drug known as a thiobenzodiazepine. Olez is a prescription drug used for the treatment of schizophrenia, Bipolar I Disorder (manic or mixed episodes) and to control the agitation associated with schizophrenia and mania.
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