Zyprexa(Intramuscular)

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Zyprexa(Intramuscular)

Generic Name: Olanzapine (injection)
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Olanzapine is an antipsychotic medication that is used to treat symptoms of schizophrenia in adults. Olanzapine injection is not for daily use to treat any psychotic condition.

Olanzapine injection is available only under a special program. You must be registered in the program and understand the risks and benefits of using this medication.

Olanzapine injection may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

uses

What isZyprexa(Intramuscular)used for?

warnings

What is the most important information I should know aboutZyprexa(Intramuscular)?

You should not receive this medication if you are allergic to olanzapine.

Olanzapine may increase the risk of death in older adults with dementia-related psychosis and is not approved for this use.

If possible before you receive olanzapine injection, tell your doctor if you have ever had:

  • 年代uicidal thoughts or actions;
  • liver disease;
  • heart disease, high or low blood pressure;
  • high cholesterol or triglycerides;
  • a stroke, including "mini-stroke";
  • breast cancer;
  • a seizure;
  • Alzheimer's disease;
  • diabetes or high blood sugar;
  • an enlarged prostate;
  • bowel problems; or
  • narrow-angle glaucoma.

Tell your doctor if you are pregnant.Using antipsychotic medicine in the last 3 months of pregnancy may cause breathing problems, feeding problems, or withdrawal symptoms in the newborn.

Tell your doctor if you are breastfeeding. Olanzapine can pass into breast milk and may cause side effects in the nursing baby.

In an emergency, you may not be able to tell caregivers if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Make sure any doctor caring for your pregnancy or your baby knows you received this medicine.

Olanzapine injection is not approved for use by anyone younger than 18 years old.

User Reviews & Rating

Overall rating forZyprexa(Intramuscular)

2.7
out of 5
(451 Reviews)
Side Effects
1.7
Easy to Use
3.9
Effectiveness
3.1
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Side Effects

What are the side effects ofZyprexa(Intramuscular)?

Get emergency medical help if you have年代igns of an allergic reaction:hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Seek medical treatment if you have a serious drug reaction that can affect many parts of your body.Symptoms may include: skin rash, fever, swollen glands, flu-like symptoms, muscle aches, severe weakness, unusual bruising, or yellowing of your skin or eyes.

Olanzapine injection can cause serious symptoms if the medicine gets into your bloodstream too fast.During the first 3 hours after your injection you will be watched for the following signs:

  • 年代evere dizziness, drowsiness, or weakness;
  • confusion, anxiety, feeling angry or hostile;
  • feeling nervous or shaky;
  • trouble walking or talking;
  • 年代eizure (convulsions); or
  • a light-headed feeling, like you might pass out.

马上打电话给你的医生如果你有:

  • twitching or uncontrollable movements of your eyes, lips, tongue, face, arms, or legs;
  • trouble speaking or swallowing;
  • 年代igns of dehydration--if you feel very thirsty or hot, are unable to urinate, and have heavy sweating or hot and dry skin;
  • high blood sugar--increased thirst, increased urination, hunger, dry mouth, fruity breath odor; or
  • 年代evere nervous system reaction--very stiff (rigid) muscles, high fever, sweating, confusion, fast or uneven heartbeats, tremors.

Common side effects may include:

  • headache, back pain;
  • 体重增加(在青少年更有可能),增加了appetite;
  • drowsiness;
  • dry mouth, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea;
  • 年代inus pain, runny or stuffy nose, cough; or
  • pain where the injection was given.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Pregnancy & Breastfeeding

Can I takeZyprexa(Intramuscular)if I’m pregnant or breastfeeding?

C
Risk cannot be ruled out
Based on FDA pregnancy categories

Tell your doctor if you are pregnant.Using antipsychotic medicine in the last 3 months of pregnancy may cause breathing problems, feeding problems, or withdrawal symptoms in the newborn.

Tell your doctor if you are breastfeeding. Olanzapine can pass into breast milk and may cause side effects in the nursing baby.

In an emergency, you may not be able to tell caregivers if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Make sure any doctor caring for your pregnancy or your baby knows you received this medicine.

Interactions

What drugs and food should I avoid while takingZyprexa(Intramuscular)?

Avoid drinking alcohol.Dangerous side effects could occur.

Olanzapine can cause severe drowsiness and may impair your thinking or reactions. You must remain at the healthcare facility for at least 3 hours after your injection, and you should not drive for the rest of the day.

Avoid getting up too fast from a sitting or lying position, or you may feel dizzy. Dizziness or severe drowsiness can cause falls, fractures, or other injuries.

Dosage Guidelines & Tips

How to takeZyprexa(Intramuscular)?

UseZyprexa(Intramuscular)exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.

Olanzapine is injected into a muscle. You will receive this injection in a clinic or hospital setting.

An olanzapine injection is usually given only once. If you still have symptoms after 2 hours, your caregivers may use a second or third dose.

Olanzapine injection can cause symptoms of delirium (sudden severe confusion, disorientation, agitation, problems with speech or walking), or drowsiness severe enough for you to lapse into a coma.You will be watched closely for at least 3 hours after your injection.

What should I do if I missed a dose ofZyprexa(Intramuscular)?

Since olanzapine injection is given by a healthcare professional in an emergency setting, you are not likely to miss a dose.

Overdose Signs

What happens if I overdose onZyprexa(Intramuscular)?

Since this medication is given by a healthcare professional in a medical setting, an overdose is unlikely to occur.

If you think you or someone else may have overdosed on:Zyprexa(Intramuscular), call your doctor or the Poison Control center
(800) 222-1222
If someone collapses or isn't breathing after takingZyprexa(Intramuscular),拨打911
911

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