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Last Updated Aug 20, 2024 | 1:12 PM IST

About OLAGRESS 2. 5MG TABLET

OLAGRESS 2. 5MG 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.

OLAGRESS 2. 5MG 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 OLAGRESS 2. 5MG 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.

OLAGRESS 2. 5MG 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 OLAGRESS 2. 5MG TABLET. Avoid consuming alcohol while being treated with OLAGRESS 2. 5MG TABLET as it can make you dizzy or drowsy. Do not drive or operate machinery while using OLAGRESS 2. 5MG TABLET since it can make you sleepy. This medicine is not recommended for children below 12 years of age.

Uses of OLAGRESS 2. 5MG TABLET

Schizophrenia and Manic depression (bipolar disorder).

Medicinal Benefits

OLAGRESS 2. 5MG 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.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of OLAGRESS 2. 5MG 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

OLAGRESS 2. 5MG 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 OLAGRESS 2. 5MG TABLET. Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive before starting this medicine. OLAGRESS 2. 5MG 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 OLAGRESS 2. 5MG TABLET may decrease your mental alertness, making you feel dizzy or drowsy. OLAGRESS 2. 5MG TABLET is not recommended for people below 12 years of age as safety and effectiveness have not been established.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction: OLAGRESS 2. 5MG TABLET may interact with opioid pain relievers (codeine, hydrocodone), anti-anxiety drugs (alprazolam, lorazepam, zolpidem), muscle relaxants (carisoprodol, cyclobenzaprine), anti-allergic drugs (cetirizine), common cold medicines (diphenhydramine), stomach emptying drugs (metoclopramide), antidepressants (escitalopram, fluoxetine, sertraline), and antipsychotics (quetiapine).

Drug-Food Interaction: Do not consume alcohol while taking OLAGRESS 2. 5MG TABLET as it could lead to increased dizziness and drowsiness.

Drug-Disease Interaction: Before using OLAGRESS 2. 5MG TABLET, let your doctor know if you have allergic reactions, liver or kidney diseases, Alzheimer's disease, dementia, heart problems, breathing problems, high cholesterol, glaucoma, diabetes, bowel problems, sleep apnea, low white blood cell count, breast cancer, enlarged prostate, or fits. OLAGRESS 2. 5MG TABLET is not recommended in Dementia-Related Psychosis.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • CODEINE
  • HYDROCODONE
  • ALPRAZOLAM
  • LORAZEPAM
  • ZOLPIDEM
  • CARISOPRODOL
  • CYCLOBENZAPRINE
  • CETIRIZINE
  • DIPHENHYDRAMINE
  • METOCLOPRAMIDE
  • ESCITALOPRAM
  • FLUOXETINE
  • SERTRALINE
  • QUETIAPINE

Habit Forming

No

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.

Special Advise

  • Let your doctor know that you are taking OLAGRESS 2. 5MG 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.
  • OLAGRESS 2. 5MG TABLET may affect blood glucose levels. Hence it is advised to monitor blood sugar levels regularly while using OLAGRESS 2. 5MG TABLET. 
  • Timely monitoring of the cholesterol/triglyceride levels and Prolactin hormone levels is advised for the patient while using this medicine.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Schizophrenia: It is a condition in which the person may see, hear or feel things that are not there, believe things that are not true, or feel unusually suspicious or confused. Symptoms include hallucinations, delusions, thought disorders, movement disorders, disorganised thinking, loss of interest, lack of emotions, etc. Schizophrenia is triggered by physical, genetic, psychological, and environmental factors. Patients suffering from this disease may require lifelong treatment. Treatment involves a combination of medications, psychotherapy and care services.

Manic depression (bipolar disorder): A serious brain disorder in which a person goes through unusual mood changes (mood swings) and frequent changes in his/her behaviour and thinking.

About OLAGRESS 2. 5MG TABLET

OLAGRESS 2. 5MG 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.

OLAGRESS 2. 5MG 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 OLAGRESS 2. 5MG 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.

OLAGRESS 2. 5MG 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 OLAGRESS 2. 5MG TABLET. Avoid consuming alcohol while being treated with OLAGRESS 2. 5MG TABLET as it can make you dizzy or drowsy. Do not drive or operate machinery while using OLAGRESS 2. 5MG TABLET since it can make you sleepy. This medicine is not recommended for children below 12 years of age.

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Composition

OLANZAPINE-2.5MG

Manufacturer/Marketer

La Renon Healthcare Pvt.Ltd

Consume Type

ORAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Apr-24

for this medicine

Uses of OLAGRESS 2. 5MG TABLET

Schizophrenia and Manic depression (bipolar disorder).

Medicinal Benefits

OLAGRESS 2. 5MG 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.

Side Effects of OLAGRESS 2. 5MG TABLET

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

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.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Drug Warnings

OLAGRESS 2. 5MG 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 OLAGRESS 2. 5MG TABLET. Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive before starting this medicine. OLAGRESS 2. 5MG 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 OLAGRESS 2. 5MG TABLET may decrease your mental alertness, making you feel dizzy or drowsy. OLAGRESS 2. 5MG TABLET is not recommended for people below 12 years of age as safety and effectiveness have not been established.

Therapeutic Class

ANTIPSYCHOTICS

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • CODEINE
  • HYDROCODONE
  • ALPRAZOLAM
  • LORAZEPAM
  • ZOLPIDEM
  • CARISOPRODOL
  • CYCLOBENZAPRINE
  • CETIRIZINE
  • DIPHENHYDRAMINE
  • METOCLOPRAMIDE
  • ESCITALOPRAM
  • FLUOXETINE
  • SERTRALINE
  • QUETIAPINE

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.

Habit Forming

No

Special Advise

  • Let your doctor know that you are taking OLAGRESS 2. 5MG 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.
  • OLAGRESS 2. 5MG TABLET may affect blood glucose levels. Hence it is advised to monitor blood sugar levels regularly while using OLAGRESS 2. 5MG TABLET. 
  • Timely monitoring of the cholesterol/triglyceride levels and Prolactin hormone levels is advised for the patient while using this medicine.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Schizophrenia: It is a condition in which the person may see, hear or feel things that are not there, believe things that are not true, or feel unusually suspicious or confused. Symptoms include hallucinations, delusions, thought disorders, movement disorders, disorganised thinking, loss of interest, lack of emotions, etc. Schizophrenia is triggered by physical, genetic, psychological, and environmental factors. Patients suffering from this disease may require lifelong treatment. Treatment involves a combination of medications, psychotherapy and care services.

Manic depression (bipolar disorder): A serious brain disorder in which a person goes through unusual mood changes (mood swings) and frequent changes in his/her behaviour and thinking.

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