Uses

Used for schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. It may also be used for other psychiatric conditions under specialist supervision.

Do not use if

No absolute contraindication for olanzapine monotherapy except known hypersensitivity to the drug or its components.

Weight gain, somnolence, dizziness, constipation, and metabolic changes are common.

Associated with increased mortality in elderly patients with dementia-related psychosis and significant metabolic adverse effects.

Atypical antipsychotic that acts through dopamine and serotonin receptor antagonism.

Store at room temperature away from moisture.