OLANEX PLUS 5 TAB

OLANEX PLUS 5 TAB

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Product Description

Olanex Plus 5 Tablet

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Product introduction

Olanex Plus 5 Tablet is a prescription medicine used in the treatment of bipolar depression. It works by increasing the level of chemical messengers in the brain which improves mood and physical symptoms of depression.

Olanex Plus 5 Tablet may be taken with or without food, preferably at the same time each day. Take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body. Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor and if you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember it. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. It is important that this medication is not stopped suddenly without talking to your doctor as it may worsen your symptoms.

Some common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, dry mouth, muscle rigidity, restlessness, tremor, delayed ejaculation, anorgasmia (decreased orgasm), and low sexual desire. It may also cause dizziness and sleepiness, do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. However, these are temporary and usually resolve on their own. Please consult your doctor if these do not subside or bother you.

Before taking Olanex Plus 5 Tablet, inform your doctor if you are suffering from thyroid or kidney disease, epilepsy, Parkinson’s disease, glaucoma, or any heart disease. You should not take this medicine if you are under the influence of alcohol or any sleep-inducing, cough, and/ or allergy medication. You should avoid alcohol while taking Olanex Plus 5 Tablet, as it may worsen certain side effects.

Olanex Plus 5 Tablet can also lead to weight gain, eat a healthy balanced diet, avoid snacking with high-calorie food, and exercise regularly. Inform your doctor if you develop any unusual changes in mood or behavior, new or worsening depression, or suicidal thoughts or behavior.


Uses of Olanex Plus Tablet

  • Bipolar depression

Side effects of Olanex Plus Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Olanex Plus

  • Weight gain
  • Sleepiness
  • Dryness in mouth
  • Edema (swelling)
  • Ecchymosis (discoloration of the skin resulting from bleeding underneath)
  • Memory loss
  • Breast pain
  • Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)

How to use Olanex Plus Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Olanex Plus 5 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Olanex Plus Tablet works

Olanex Plus 5 Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Fluoxetine and Olanzapine. They work by increasing the activity of certain chemicals called serotonin, norepinephrine, and dopamine in the brain. These chemicals help relieve the symptoms of bipolar depression.

Safety advice

warnings
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Olanex Plus 5 Tablet.
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Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Olanex Plus 5 Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
warnings
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Olanex Plus 5 Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
warnings
Driving
UNSAFE
Olanex Plus 5 Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
warnings
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Olanex Plus 5 Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Olanex Plus 5 Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
warnings
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Olanex Plus 5 Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Olanex Plus 5 Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Olanex Plus Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Olanex Plus 5 Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

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