Question 1

does zyprexa (olanzapine) zydis have the same half life as zyprexa (olanzapine)? is it more potent?

Accepted Answer

Similarly potent: The bioavailability/absorption of is supposed to be about the same between zyprexa (olanzapine) and zyprexa (olanzapine) zydis.  Only difference is that zydis 'melts in the mouth'.

Question 2

can switching from zyrpexa to zyprexa (olanzapine) zydis lead to losing weight gained on normal zyprexa (olanzapine)?

Accepted Answer

Highly unlikely: The mechanism of antipsychotic-induced weight gain appears to have no connection to formulation.  It's not totally clear that it's even related to dose.  They act in the brain to drive appetite and likely in the periphery to induce other negative metabolic effects (cholesterol, triglycerides, glucose, hormonal, etc).  If Zyprexa (olanzapine) is the right drug for you, use aggressive diet, activity, and meds to

Question 3

what is zyprexa (olanzapine) used for 10mg?

Accepted Answer

Several things: Approved uses our schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. Off label uses are for the stabilization of certain types of personality disorders, intermittent explosive disorder, and sometimes as an appetite stimulant in severe forms of anorexia nervosa. It can occasionally be prescribed for autistic spectrum disorders and an augmentation strategy for intractable depressive disorders when all else has failed.Hope this helps. Best wishes.

Question 4

how much is an zyprexa (olanzapine) overdose?

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> 20 mg.: For adults zyprexa (olanzapine) is usually not give to adults in a dose greater the 20 mg per day.  However, situations and patients are different.  If you have concerns talk to your doctor.

Question 5

can you get high off of zyprexa (olanzapine)?

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???: What do you mean by high? If you mean can you feel really strange and altered with symptoms like weight gain, sedation, akathisia, low blood pressure, dry mouth, and constipation the the answer is yes.

Zyprexa (olanzapine) is a second generation antipsychotic used to treat patients with mental disturbance and should not be used by anyone else.

Question 6

how soon can zyprexa (olanzapine) cause hunger?

Accepted Answer

RAPID: The hunger can happen fairly quickly after you begin zyprexa (olanzapine). Has to do with receptors etc.

Question 7

what can you tell me about zyprexa (olanzapine)?

Accepted Answer

Zyprexa/olanzapine: Antipsychotic medication that can also be used in bipolar disorder and as an adjunct in depression. Common side effects include sedation/tiredness, increased appetite/weight gain. Could cause movement disorders including tardive dyskinesia although rare. Need labs completed because of health risks including diabetes and other health effects.

Question 8

can i have more info about zyprexa (olanzapine)?

Accepted Answer

Www.drugs.com: Here is a very accessible, easy. To use website about zyprexa: 
www.Drugs.Com/zyprexa.Html
zyprexa (olanzapine) is used to treat the symptoms of psychotic conditions such as schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. Includes zyprexa side effects, interactions.

Question 9

what is the generic form of zyprexa (olanzapine)?

Accepted Answer

Zyprexa = brand name: Olanzapine = generic.

Question 10

how fast does zyprexa (olanzapine) start working?

Accepted Answer

Kinetics: Zyprexa (olanzapine) when taken orally peaks at 6 hours after taking.  When given as a shot the onset is whithin 15 to 45 minutes.

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