Olanzapine Questions (Page 2)

Can olanzapine work after 2 days?

Is there more chance of olanzapine helping than not.?

Safe with low dose Seroquel if keeping track on weight?

Hi! New to this... I am 1-2 times per week taking Seroquel for sleep, dosage 25-50 mg. Works fine for me. I used to take the same amount with Olanzapine but found the drowziness and apetite increase to be much tougher for that compared to Seroquel. Would you say it is "safe" to use Seroquel as I do... read more

Olanzapine - Do they prescribe this medication for people with anxiety? And is it related to Xanax?

Just want to know if can be prescribed for anxiety issues or used in replace or related to the Xanax family?

Can I reinstate 5mg of olanzapine if I've been taking lower dose of 2.5mg?

I didn't taper from the 5mg to 2.5mg. I've been on 2.5mg for 28 days. I'm having intrusive and suicidal thoughts. Thanks for any response!

Does anyone take olanzapine in the morning?

I take it at night and I really haven’t noticed a difference in my paranoia and anxiety. I have Bipolar and BPD. My anger hasn’t lessened either. My doctor said I could start taking it in the morning, just hoping to hear some success stories I guess. Seems like most people take it at night.

How long does it take for olanzapine to work?

My teenager started olanzapine because he was having hallucinations and wouldn't sleep or eat. He started it a week ago and so far he is eating better but his sleep is still being interrupted and he is waking up at 3 and 4am and not hallucinating but acting hyper and talking to himself. He isn't as... read more

Does olanzapine interact with acne medication?

I was just wondering if stridex pads for acne are safe to use while on olanzapine? It may sound like a silly question but I just want to make sure it's ok.

What is the best time to take olanzapine?

What is the best time to take olanzapine?

What specific substitute sleep drug should I take to replace olanzapine?

I have been taking olanzapine for over a decade and tapered from 20 mg to 1.5mg. I currently sleep 7 to 8 hours on 1.5mg but desire to be off completely. There are still a lot of side effects on that minimum dosage. When I’m off I sleep 5 hours the first night, 4 the second, and 0 the third. Please ... read more

Olanzapine has an antihistamine effect. Can it safely be taken with betahistine dihydrochloride?

I have started taking Zyprexa 2.5. Would olanzapine (Zyprexa) reduce the effect of the betahistine? (I take 24 mg of betahistine dihydrochloride daily0

What is a good drug that can help with hallucinations I have bipolar?

Right now I’m taking olanzapine and it doesn’t seem to be working for the hallucinations. Any suggestions?

Olanzapine - how has Zyprexa worked out for anorexia, and have side effects been insignificant?

How much weight did you gain on Olanzapine?

I know this causes weight gain but how much in your personal experience?

How do I transition from 2.5 olanzapine to 2.5 Abilify?

My therapist wants me to stop 2.5mg olanzapine and start 2.5mg Abilify. I tried stopping and my anxiety went through the roof as well as restlessness. How can I make it an easier transition?

Can I do a fast while taking propranolol, divalproex sodium, trazodone, bupropion & olanzapine?

I would like to fast 3 days or up to 7 days straight. No food. I will be drinking fluids to stop things like cramping. So I was wondering, can I fast while taking these medications? Propranolol, divalproex sodium, trazodone, bupropion & olanzapine?