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Olanzapine and Fluoxetine
Latest prescription information about Olanzapine and Fluoxetine. Learn how to pronounce the drug’s name, its indications, dosage, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, its storage instructions and warnings if any when taken during pregnancy. Also listed are the International and Indian trade name(s) of the drug and its price list.
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Generic Name : Olanzapine and Fluoxetine
Pronunciation : oh-LAN-za-peen- floo-OX-e-teen
Trade Name(s):
International- Symbyax. This medication is a combination of an atypical antipsychotic and a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI), prescribed for depression in patients with bipolar disorder. When it is not to be taken (Contraindications):
When it is to be taken : Adult- PO- The recommended initial dose is 6mg/25mg (1capsule). Maximum: 12mg/50mg. How it should be taken : It comes as a capsule to take by mouth, on an empty stomach or with food. Special Instruction : * Caution should be exercised in patients with history of seizures, heart problems, abnormal electrocardiogram (ECG), heart attack, stroke, high blood cholesterol, high or low blood pressure, decrease in white blood cells, liver or kidney disease, stomach problem, bleeding disorder, enlarged prostate, increased eye pressure, neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS), prolonged painful erection, poor metabolism, dehydration, Alzheimer disease, dementia, diabetes, mental illness, who are taking other medications, any allergy, elderly, children, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. * It may cause drowsiness, dizziness, or blurred vision, do not drive a car or operate machinery and get up slowly from bed while taking this medication. * Avoid alcohol consumption while taking this medication. * Avoid becoming overheated or dehydrated in hot weather; otherwise heatstroke may occur. * Avoid contact with people with infections that may spread to others. Side Effects : Eye and ENT - Vision blurred. Gastrointestinal - Dry mouth, flatulence, and abdominal distension. General - Fatigue, fluid retention, swelling in the extremities, weakness, pain, fever. Infections - Sinusitis. Metabolic - Increased weight and appetite. Musculoskeletal - Joint pain, pain in extremity, stiffness. Central Nervous system - Drowsiness, tremor, sedation, sleepiness, disturbance in attention, laziness, restlessness, abnormal thinking, nervousness. Genitourinary - Impotence. * Avoid excess dosage. Storage Conditions : Store at 25°C and in an airtight container. |
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