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Dolpin 7.5mg Tablet MD is an antipsychotic medicine used in the treatment of schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. This medication helps to improve mood, behavior, and thoughts by preventing the effects of dopamine and serotonin, two chemical messengers in the brain. Common side effects include drowsiness, dizziness, restlessness, tremors/shakiness, stomach upset, dry mouth, constipation, increased appetite, fatigue, and weight gain.

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Composition :

OLANZAPINE-7.5MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Laxian Healthcare

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Dolpin 7.5mg Tablet MD

Dolpin 7.5mg Tablet MD is used to treat schizophrenia and manic depression (bipolar disorder). Schizophrenia is a mental condition in which the person may feel, hear or see things that are not there (hallucinations), believe things that are not true, and feel unusually suspicious or confused. Manic depression, or bipolar disorder, is a serious brain disorder in which a person experiences extreme mood swings (variance in thinking) and frequent mood and behavioural changes.

Dolpin 7.5mg Tablet MD contains 'Olanzapine' that works by restoring the balance of chemical messengers (dopamine and serotonin) in the brain and improves thinking mood, and behaviour. It helps in clear thinking and decreases hallucinations. It is used for treating manic episodes of bipolar disorder and agitation in schizophrenia.

Take Dolpin 7.5mg Tablet MD as prescribed by your doctor. Common side effects include drowsiness, dizziness, restlessness, tremors/shakiness, stomach upset, dry mouth, constipation, increased appetite, fatigue, decreased libido, swelling of the hands or feet, and weight gain. These side effects are not familiar to everyone and vary individually. If you notice any side effects that are not manageable, please consult your doctor.

Dolpin 7.5mg Tablet MD is not recommended for treatment in patients with Dementia-Related Psychosis. Inform your doctor beforehand if you have a history of allergic reactions to Olanzapine, Alzheimer's disease, liver or kidney diseases, heart problems, breathing problems, high cholesterol, glaucoma, diabetes, breast cancer, enlarged prostate, or fits before starting this medicine. If you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or a breastfeeding mother, inform your doctor before starting Dolpin 7.5mg Tablet MD. This medicine is not recommended for children below 12 years of age.

Uses of Dolpin 7.5mg Tablet MD

Dolpin 7.5mg Tablet MD is used in the treatment of Schizophrenia and Manic depression (bipolar disorder). The detailed uses of Dolpin 7.5mg Tablet MD are as follows:<br/>• Bipolar Disorder Management: Dolpin 7.5mg Tablet MD is frequently used to help stabilize mood and lessen the frequency of mood swings by treating the manic and depressed episodes linked to bipolar disorder.<br/>• Treatment for Schizophrenia: This drug helps people with schizophrenia manage symptoms like delusions, hallucinations, and disordered thinking, which helps them live healthier lives.<br/>• Generalized Anxiety Disorder: Dolpin 7.5mg Tablet MD may be recommended to treat the symptoms of generalized anxiety disorder, allowing patients to feel less stressed and anxious.<br/>• Adjunctive Therapy for Major Depressive Disorder: Dolpin 7.5mg Tablet MD is sometimes used as an adjuvant treatment to help people with major depressive disorder who are not responding well to conventional antidepressants.<br/>

Directions for Use

  • Dolpin 7.5mg Tablet MD can be taken with food to help reduce the risk of stomach upset.
  • Follow your doctor's instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication.
  • Take the medicine and place it on your tongue. Let it disperse/dissolve in your oral cavity, and swallow it.
  • Do not touch the medicine with wet hands
  • Do not crush, break, or chew it.
  • It dissolve rapidly when placed on the tongue. There is no need to take the medicine with water.

Medicinal Benefits

Dolpin 7.5mg Tablet MD is used to treat schizophrenia and manic depression (bipolar disorder). It effectively treats manic episodes of bipolar disorder and agitation in schizophrenia. It contains 'Olanzapine,' which belongs to the class of atypical antipsychotics. It works by restoring the balance of chemical messengers (dopamine and serotonin) in the brain. It is also known to improve thinking, mood, and behaviour. It helps in clear thinking and relieves psychotic symptoms like hallucinations.

How Dolpin 7.5mg Tablet MD Works

Dolpin 7.5mg Tablet MD contains Olanzapine that works by restoring the balance of chemical messengers (dopamine and serotonin) in the brain and improves thinking mood, and behaviour. It helps in clear thinking and decreases hallucinations. It is used for treating manic episodes of bipolar disorder and agitation in schizophrenia.

Storage

• Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight.• Keep Dolpin 7.5mg Tablet MD out of the sight and reach of children.• Non cold chain - To be stored in cool places at 10ºC to 25ºC or below 30ºC.
Side effects of Dolpin 7.5mg Tablet MD
Dealing with Medication-Induced Headache:
  • Hydrate your body: Drink enough water to prevent dehydration and headaches.
  • Calm Your Mind: Deep breathing and meditation can help you relax and relieve stress.
  • Rest and Recharge: Sleep for 7-8 hours to reduce headache triggers.
  • Take rest: lie down in a quiet, dark environment.
  • Cold or warm compresses can help reduce tension.
  • Stay Upright: Maintain good posture to keep symptoms from getting worse.
  • To treat headaches naturally, try acupuncture or massage therapy.
  • Over-the-counter pain relievers include acetaminophen and ibuprofen.
  • Prescription Assistance: Speak with your doctor about more substantial drug alternatives.
  • Severe Headaches: Seek emergency medical assistance for sudden, severe headaches.
  • Frequent Headaches: If you get reoccurring headaches, consult your doctor.
  • Headaches with Symptoms: Seek medical attention if your headaches include fever, disorientation, or weakness.
  • Eat fatty fish rich in omega-3 fatty acids to reduce inflammation.
  • Add whole grains such as brown rice, quinoa, and whole wheat bread to your diet for a nutritional boost.
  • Add nuts and seeds like almonds, walnuts, chia seeds for anti-inflammatory benefits.
  • Eat dark leafy greens like spinach, kale, collard greens for antioxidants.
  • Include berries like blueberries, strawberries, raspberries for anti-inflammatory properties.
  • Rest and take a break from usual activities.
  • Apply ice for 15-20 minutes, 3 times a day to reduce pain and inflammation.
  • Use compression with a stretchable bandage or wrap to lessen swelling and provide support.
  • Avoid strenuous activities and rest the affected area.
  • Try light stretching with gentle exercises to maintain flexibility.
  • Consider OTC pain medications like ibuprofen or acetaminophen but consult a doctor before taking any medication.
  • Rest well; get enough sleep.
  • Eat a balanced diet and drink enough water.
  • Manage stress with yoga and meditation.
  • Limit alcohol and caffeine.
  • Physical activities like walking or jogging might help boost energy and make you feel less tired.

What if I have taken an overdose of Dolpin 7.5mg Tablet MD

Avoid exceeding the recommended dose as it could lead to an overdose. Symptoms of overdose may include drowsiness, slurred speech, agitation, fast heartbeat, uncontrolled sudden movements, and coma. If you experience these symptoms or suspect you have taken an overdose, seek immediate medical attention.

Drug Warnings

Dolpin 7.5mg Tablet MD is not recommended for treatment in patients with Dementia-Related Psychosis. Brief your medical history to the doctor if you have any allergic reactions, liver or kidney diseases, Alzheimer's disease, dementia, heart problems, breathing problems, high cholesterol, glaucoma, diabetes, bowel problems, breathing problem during sleep (sleep apnea), low white blood cell count, breast cancer, enlarged prostate, or fits before starting Dolpin 7.5mg Tablet MD. Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive before starting this medicine. Dolpin 7.5mg Tablet MD is not recommended during breastfeeding. Avoid consuming alcohol as it might lead to increased side effects like dizziness and drowsiness. Avoid driving or operating machinery as Dolpin 7.5mg Tablet MD may decrease your mental alertness, making you feel dizzy or drowsy. Dolpin 7.5mg Tablet MD is not recommended for children below 12 years of age as safety and effectiveness have not been established.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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OlanzapinePotassium citrate
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OlanzapinePotassium citrate
Critical
How does the drug interact with Dolpin 7.5mg Tablet MD:
Taking Dolpin 7.5mg Tablet MD with Potassium citrate can increase the irritant effects of potassium on your stomach and upper intestine.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Dolpin 7.5mg Tablet MD and Potassium citrate is not recommended as it leads to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by your doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like severe abdominal pain, bloating, sudden dizziness or lightheadedness, nausea, vomiting (especially with blood), loss of appetite, and/or black, tarry stools, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Dolpin 7.5mg Tablet MD:
Taking Dolpin 7.5mg Tablet MD with Pramipexole can increase the risk and severity of side effects and reduce the effectiveness of Pramipexole.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Dolpin 7.5mg Tablet MD and Pramipexole is not recommended as it leads to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by a doctor. If you experience any symptoms such as drowsiness, dizziness, and lightheadedness, contact a doctor immediately. Avoid driving or operating dangerous machinery, and be careful while getting up from a sitting or lying position. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Dolpin 7.5mg Tablet MD:
When Ropinirole is taken with Dolpin 7.5mg Tablet MD, it may reduce the effectiveness of ropinirole.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Ropinirole with Dolpin 7.5mg Tablet MD is not recommended as it can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as drowsiness, low blood pressure, dizziness, and lightheadedness. Do not stop using any medications without consulting doctor.
How does the drug interact with Dolpin 7.5mg Tablet MD:
Taking Dolpin 7.5mg Tablet MD with Potassium chloride can increase the risk of stomach ulcers, bleeding, and gastrointestinal injury.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Dolpin 7.5mg Tablet MD and Potassium chloride is not recommended as it leads to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by a doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like severe abdominal pain, bloating, sudden dizziness or lightheadedness, nausea, vomiting (especially with blood), loss of appetite, and/or black, tarry stools, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
OlanzapineHydromorphone
Severe
How does the drug interact with Dolpin 7.5mg Tablet MD:
Combining Dolpin 7.5mg Tablet MD with Hydromorphone can cause central nervous system depression such as Dolpin 7.5mg Tablet MD can lead to serious side effects including respiratory distress, intestinal obstruction, fecal impaction.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Dolpin 7.5mg Tablet MD and Hydromorphone together can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has suggested it. If you experience any symptoms like feeling tired, having trouble breathing, feeling dizzy or drowsy, difficulty focusing, taking pain or cough medications, constipation, blockage in your intestines, difficulty passing stool, hard or dry stool, less frequent bowel movements, stomach problems, feeling sick, feeling bloated, having stomach pain, or swelling contact the doctor immediately. you should avoid driving or operating hazardous machinery until you know how they affect you and do not discontinue any medications without consulting your doctor.
OlanzapineIomeprol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Dolpin 7.5mg Tablet MD:
The combined use of Iomeprol and Dolpin 7.5mg Tablet MD can increase the risk of seizures as Iomeprol be injected directly into the spine.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Dolpin 7.5mg Tablet MD with Iomeprol can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. If you have seizures or a head injury, it's important to contact your doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Dolpin 7.5mg Tablet MD:
Taking Dolpin 7.5mg Tablet MD with fentanyl can increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between Dolpin 7.5mg Tablet MD and fentanyl, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience sleepiness, difficulty concentrating, and impaired judgment. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Dolpin 7.5mg Tablet MD:
Co-administration of Dolpin 7.5mg Tablet MD with tramadol can increase the risk of irregular heart rhythms.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Dolpin 7.5mg Tablet MD with tramadol together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, contact a doctor immediately if you experience any symptoms such as dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or irregular heartbeat. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
OlanzapineRemifentanil
Severe
How does the drug interact with Dolpin 7.5mg Tablet MD:
Combining Dolpin 7.5mg Tablet MD with Remifentanil can cause central nervous system depression such as Dolpin 7.5mg Tablet MD can lead to serious side effects including respiratory distress, intestinal obstruction, fecal impaction.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Dolpin 7.5mg Tablet MD and Remifentanil together can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has suggested it. If you experience any symptoms like feeling tired, having trouble breathing, feeling dizzy or drowsy, difficulty focusing, taking pain or cough medications, constipation, blockage in your intestines, difficulty passing stool, hard or dry stool, less frequent bowel movements, stomach problems, feeling sick, feeling bloated, having stomach pain, or swelling contact the doctor immediately. you should avoid driving or operating hazardous machinery until you know how they affect you and do not discontinue any medications without consulting your doctor.
OlanzapineHydrocodone
Severe
How does the drug interact with Dolpin 7.5mg Tablet MD:
Combining Dolpin 7.5mg Tablet MD with Hydrocodone can cause central nervous system depression such as Dolpin 7.5mg Tablet MD can lead to serious side effects including respiratory distress, intestinal obstruction, fecal impaction.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Dolpin 7.5mg Tablet MD and Hydrocodone together can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has suggested it. If you experience any symptoms like feeling tired, having trouble breathing, feeling dizzy or drowsy, difficulty focusing, taking pain or cough medications, constipation, blockage in your intestines, difficulty passing stool, hard or dry stool, less frequent bowel movements, stomach problems, feeling sick, feeling bloated, having stomach pain, or swelling contact the doctor immediately. you should avoid driving or operating hazardous machinery until you know how they affect you and do not discontinue any medications without consulting your doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Maintain proper weight by following a healthy diet.
  • Exercise regularly as it helps in less cognitive decline and brain volume loss.
  • Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.
  • Try to avoid stress by practising meditation or yoga.
  • Include fruits and vegetables in your diet as they contain antioxidants.
  • Eat nutritious food as it helps in cognitive stimulation.
  • Limit foods with high cholesterol and saturated fats.
  • Cut down on sugar, salt and processed foods.
  • Drink plenty of water.
  • Follow a healthy lifestyle as it helps in improving overall health and possibly protects the brain.

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Alcohol

Unsafe

It is advised to avoid alcohol consumption while taking Dolpin 7.5mg Tablet MD. Alcohol intake and Dolpin 7.5mg Tablet MD may cause increased dizziness and drowsiness. Please consult your doctor for more information.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Dolpin 7.5mg Tablet MD is a pregnancy category C drug. Using antipsychotic drugs during the third trimester of pregnancy can cause muscle problems in newborn babies. Please inform your doctor before taking Dolpin 7.5mg Tablet MD if you are pregnant or planning to conceive. Your doctor will weigh the potential risks and benefits before prescribing Dolpin 7.5mg Tablet MD.

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Breast Feeding

Unsafe

Dolpin 7.5mg Tablet MD is excreted into the breast milk; hence it is not recommended for a nursing mother. Inform your doctor before taking Dolpin 7.5mg Tablet MD if you are a breastfeeding mother.

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Driving

Unsafe

Dolpin 7.5mg Tablet MD may make you feel dizzy or drowsy. Do not drive if you are not mentally alert or experience any symptoms that affect your ability to drive or operate machinery.

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Liver

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed in patients with liver impairment. Please inform your doctor if you have a liver impairment or any concerns.

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Kidney

Caution

Please inform your doctor before using Dolpin 7.5mg Tablet MD if you suffer from severe kidney impairment. Your doctor may adjust the dose if necessary based on your condition.

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Children

Unsafe

Dolpin 7.5mg Tablet MD is not recommended for use in children below 12 years of age as the safety and efficacy is not established.

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FAQs

Dolpin 7.5mg Tablet MD is used to treat schizophrenia and manic depression (bipolar disorder).

Dolpin 7.5mg Tablet MD contains Olanzapine which works by balancing the chemical messengers like dopamine and serotonin located in the brain, improving mood, behaviour and thoughts.

Dolpin 7.5mg Tablet MD may make you sweat less and can likely cause heart stroke. Hence, limiting activities that cause overheating, like an exercise in hot weather or using hot tubs, is advised. Drink plenty of fluids and dress lightly.

No, Dolpin 7.5mg Tablet MD is not a sleeping aid. It's an antipsychotic medication used to treat bipolar disorder and schizophrenia, not insomnia. If you need help with sleep, consult your healthcare provider or pharmacist for appropriate guidance and treatment.

Do not stop taking Dolpin 7.5mg Tablet MD suddenly; otherwise, your symptoms may return. If you need to stop taking olanzapine, your doctor will help you come off it by gradually reducing your dose. This will help prevent withdrawal symptoms.

There are no adequate and well-controlled studies on pregnant women. Please inform your doctor before taking Dolpin 7.5mg Tablet MD if you are pregnant or planning pregnancy. Your doctor will weigh the potential risks and benefits before prescribing Dolpin 7.5mg Tablet MD.

Dolpin 7.5mg Tablet MD should be used with caution in the medical history of allergic reactions, liver or kidney diseases, heart problems, breathing problems, Alzheimer's disease, high cholesterol, glaucoma, diabetes, stomach/intestinal problems, breathing problem during sleep (sleep apnea), low white blood cell count, breast cancer, enlarged prostate, or fits. Please let your doctor know if you have any other medical problems before starting Dolpin 7.5mg Tablet MD.

Dolpin 7.5mg Tablet MD may cause dizziness or drowsiness. To ensure your safety, avoid driving or operating machinery if you're not mentally alert or experiencing symptoms that affect your concentration.

The common side effects of the Dolpin 7.5mg Tablet MD are nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, sores in the mouth and throat, pain, burning, or tingling in the hands or feet, pain, itching, redness, swelling, blisters, or sores in the place where the medication was injected, hair loss, pain, weakness, loss in ability to taste food. However, these symptoms vanish as your body adjusts to the medication. If these symptoms become worse, please consult a doctor for relief.

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