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Only took one tablet of zyprexa (olanzapine) (5mg) but don't need anymore. will i have withdrawal problems or am i safe?

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Dr. Bennett Machanic
Dr. Bennett Machanicanswered
Neurology 53 years experience
Don't fret: One Zyprexa (olanzapine) tab has a limited duration of action, and will wear off fairly completely over several hours. There will be no withdrawal situation whatsoever.
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