Question 1

are risperidone doses above 8mg more effective? what are the long term effects of such doses? i am on 8mg currently but experience illogical thoughts and anger mostly at night and don't want clozapine, olanzapine didn't work at all at up to 20mg?

Accepted Answer

: It is best you report your symptoms to your treating doc right away for proper adjustment of your meds and/or reconsideration of treatment. We do not/ can not treat patients in this forum. Hope you do well

Question 2

my concern about memory. i am bipolar(+anxious) and ocd. i take depakote er, topamax, olanzapine, buspirone, trihexyphenidyl.
my memory is weak in terms of very weak recalling. what can be done?

Accepted Answer

Talk to prescriber: Talking to your prescriber about your concerns is the best choice, You are on a number on medications and memory issues are common side effects , close communcation with the prescriber of your meds is the only way to optimally manage them with you. A 2nd opinion is often worth consideration. Best Wishes

Question 3

is olanzapine okay for long term usage ?

Accepted Answer

There are risks: The most common of which are weight gain and metabolic syndrome (diabetes with other metabolic changes).

Also these carry a black box warning of increasing all cause mortality (but this really applies to the elderly)

That being said it can be very effective in the right person and for the right condition.

If you are taking it for pain then the risk/benefit may not warrant using this medication

Question 4

is olanzapine used long term if helpful ?

Accepted Answer

Olanzapine: Olanzapine (AKA zyprexa, (olanzapine) Relprevv, Zydis) is an atypical antipsychotic medication. Long-term use may be indicated for the treatment of Schizophrenia or other chronic psychotic condition. It may be used to treat a manic episode (Bipolar Disorder).

Question 5

its it safe to take zyprexa (olanzapine) on the long term?

Accepted Answer

There are risks: Yes, but not if you gain weight quickly on it. It must be stopped if you develop diabetes, hypercholesterolemia, excessively high triglycerides, tardive dyskinesia, if you can make it through without developing or treating any of those problems., then it should be fine.

Question 6

i'm on olanzapine and each time i wake up in the morning i have a horrible urge to move all the time. is this at all dangerous long term ?

Accepted Answer

Lower the dose.: The dose of olanzapine may be too high for you. You may be experiencing a side effect called akathisia or a feeling of intense restlessness. You are also on an opioid med for nerve pain. Nerve damage may also contribute to your symptoms. Please discuss them w/ your dr. Olanzapine is approved in the US for schizophrenia &amp; bipolar d/o. If you have anxiety/depression you may need a different med.

Question 7

how long does it take to lose weight once you are no longer on zyprexa (olanzapine)? i am bipolar and weigh 189 i used to weigh 125. this is very stressful. i am still taking lithium 750mg once aday.

Accepted Answer

Everyone : Everyone is different in this regard but if the weight came on with the zyprexa, (olanzapine) in my experience with patients,  it comes off over 1-2 months after you stop it. Working on cutting down on calories, not drinking caloric beverages (like regular pop, juices, etc) and regular physical activity should help.

Question 8

since taking olanzapine (15 mg), i can't feel the effects of concerta; less motivated. psychiatrist insists that it's my schizophrenia. what should i?

Accepted Answer

Possible Sedation: It is possible that the Olanzapine is making you feel sedated and lethargic which would make it appear that your Concerta is no longer working. If it is medication side effect, it could improve with time. Continue to discuss your concerns with your doctor and track during which times during the day you feel the symptoms and what time you take your medication. Good luck!

Question 9

how can i get past the sedative effects of zyprexa (olanzapine)?

Accepted Answer

A Few Tips: Here are a few "tips" that i find helpful when a patient of mine struggles with the sedating side effect of zyprexa (generic olanzapine). If you have just started treatment be patient and the sedation may resolve on its own.  Try different dosing times to see if the sedation can occur while asleep.  Split the dose taking half in am & half in pm. Always check with your md before making any changes.

Question 10

how long until zyprexa (olanzapine) side effects go away?

Accepted Answer

Cant give difinitive: it depends on what side effects you are talking about.  weight gain?  Have to diet to lose the weight, depends on how much you want to lose.  Give us more detail as to what side effects you are speaking of??

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Does taking Olanzapine long term have effects on memory

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Are risperidone doses above 8mg more effective? what are the long term effects of such doses? i am on 8mg currently but experience illogical thoughts and anger mostly at night and don't want clozapine, olanzapine didn't work at all at up to 20mg?

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My concern about memory. i am bipolar(+anxious) and ocd. i take depakote er, topamax, olanzapine, buspirone, trihexyphenidyl. my memory is weak in terms of very weak recalling. what can be done?

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Is olanzapine okay for long term usage ?

A member asked:

Is olanzapine used long term if helpful ?

A member asked:

Its it safe to take zyprexa (olanzapine) on the long term?

A member asked:

I'm on olanzapine and each time i wake up in the morning i have a horrible urge to move all the time. is this at all dangerous long term ?

A member asked:

How long does it take to lose weight once you are no longer on zyprexa (olanzapine)? i am bipolar and weigh 189 i used to weigh 125. this is very stressful. i am still taking lithium 750mg once aday.

A member asked:

Since taking olanzapine (15 mg), i can't feel the effects of concerta; less motivated. psychiatrist insists that it's my schizophrenia. what should i?

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How can i get past the sedative effects of zyprexa (olanzapine)?

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How long until zyprexa (olanzapine) side effects go away?

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