Olanzapine Questions (Page 2)

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!

Fluoxetine increased anxiety?

Hi, My mum has been taking Fluoxetine for 8 months and Olanzapine for around 20 months now. She started at 20mg of Fluo, then went to 40mg and now 50mg. Since the last increase, her anxiety has gotten progressively worse and now, at week 11 since the increase, it is so bad that she is having to... read more

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... read more

Zyprexa - Does olanzapine get better with time ?

My mother takes olanzapine, at first it worked really great and got her to a stable mental health after a few episodes. When trying to taper down the dose, she had suffered insomnia so we had to go back to her original dose. But since coming back, she had been very sad and confused, and most likely... read more

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... 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?

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?

How to stop using olanzapine?

How do I stop using olanzapine? It's an addictive drug. I get insomnia just after stopping using this medicine.

Does olanzapine make you groggy? Does it ever go away?