Olanzapine (Systemic)
Brand Names : Zyprexa
Proper Use of This MedicineTake this medicine only as directed by your doctor
in order to improve
your condition as much as possible. Do not take more of it and do not take
it more often than your doctor ordered.
Olanzapine may be taken with or without food, on a full or an empty stomach.
If your doctor tells you to take it a certain way, follow your doctor's instructions.
Dosing - The dose of olanzapine will be different for
different patients. Follow your doctor's orders or the
directions on the label
. The following information includes only the
average doses of olanzapine. If your dose is different,
do not change it
unless your doctor tells you to do so. The number of tablets that you take depends on the strength of the medicine.
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For oral
dosage form (tablets):
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For treatment of psychotic disorders:
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Adults - At first, 5 to 10 milligrams (mg) once a day. This dose
may be changed to a higher or lower dose by your doctor as needed.
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Children up to 18 years of age - Use and dose must be determined
by your doctor.
Missed dose - If you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as
soon as possible if you remember it the same day. However, if you don't remember
until the next day, skip the missed dose and return to your regular dosing
schedule. Do not double doses.
Storage - To store this medicine:
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Keep out of the reach of children.
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Store away from heat and direct light.
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Do not store in the bathroom, near the kitchen sink, or in other
damp places. Heat or moisture may cause the medicine to break down.
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Do not keep outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed. Be sure
that any discarded medicine is out of the reach of children.
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