Zyprexa

Zyprexa (olanzapine) is a prescription antipsychotic medication intended for the treatment of schizophrenia and bipolar disorder in adult patients and children as young as 2. This drug can be sometimes combined with fluoxetine for the treatment of depression, but you shouldn’t combine it with anything until told so by your health care provider. This drug can cause high blood sugar, which may be especially dangerous for those diagnosed with diabetes. The following signs of high blood sugar are possible: nausea, increased urination, drowsiness, dry skin, dry mouth, extreme thirst, loss of appetite, and vomiting. People with diabetes need to watch for such symptoms very carefully and report them as soon as possible to prevent their condition from getting worse as a result of using this medication. Make sure your health care provider is aware of any of the following health conditions you have been diagnosed with, as they can help to determine the most efficient yet safe dose for you: glaucoma, high blood pressure, a history of breast cancer, seizures, difficulty urinating, a history of heart attack or stroke, liver disease, high cholesterol, a history of diabetes, kidney disease, or heart disease. You will need to make sure any of those health conditions are mentioned in case you have them, as failure to mention at least one can lead to developing serious side effects. Here are most common serious side effects that are possible: sudden headache, feeling light-headed, fever, loss of appetite, frequent urination, uneven heartbeats, hallucinations, problems with vision, sweating, stiff muscles, increased thirst, body aches, chills, suicidal thoughts, and confusion. You will have to call your doctor as soon as you notice any of the symptoms mentioned to make sure they do not get worse and do not affect the success of your treatment. Less serious side effects are a lot more common and rather short-lived, but you need to be aware of their possibility to make sure you do not panic when there is no reason to panic. The following ones are possible: drowsiness, weight gain, weakness, upset stomach, increased appetite, dry mouth, back pain, constipation, and dizziness. Some other side effects are also possible, but they can be individual. If you did not find the symptom you have on the list – it’s best to consult your health care provider to see if it’s serious enough.
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