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Primary Uses:
- Schizophrenia: Manages symptoms like hallucinations and delusions.
- Bipolar Disorder: Treats manic or mixed episodes and helps in maintenance.
Mechanism:
- Olanzapine balances brain chemicals to improve mood and thinking.
Administration:
- Take with or without food, preferably before bedtime.
- Follow your doctor’s prescribed dose.
Precautions:
- Avoid alcohol; it may increase drowsiness.
- Not recommended for children under 12 or those with dementia-related psychosis.
Side Effects:
- Common: Drowsiness, dizziness, weight gain.
- Consult your doctor if side effects are unmanageable.
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