Olanex 2.5 Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Schizophrenia. The alternative uses of Olanex 2.5 Tablet have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Olanex 2.5 Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Olanex 2.5 Tablet have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Olanex 2.5 Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Olanex 2.5 Tablet's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Severe while nursing. Further, the section on Olanex 2.5 Tablet related warnings talks about Olanex 2.5 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Olanex 2.5 Tablet is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Tardive Dyskinesia, Depression are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Olanex 2.5 Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Olanex 2.5 Tablet with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Olanex 2.5 Tablet is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Olanex 2.5 Tablet is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Olanex 2.5 Tablet is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Olanex 2.5 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Olanex. It is best to stop taking Olanex immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Olanex 2.5 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Olanex should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Olanex 2.5 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Olanex is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Olanex 2.5 Tablet on the Liver?
Side effects of Olanex rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Olanex 2.5 Tablet on the Heart?
Side effects of Olanex rarely affect the heart.
Olanex 2.5 Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Olanex 2.5 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Olanex 2.5 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Olanex 2.5 Tablet has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Olanex 2.5 Tablet can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Olanex 2.5 Tablet only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, in many cases, taking Olanex 2.5 Tablet can help with mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Olanex 2.5 Tablet
Olanex 2.5 Tablet may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Olanex 2.5 Tablet
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Olanex 2.5 Tablet as it can have severe side effects.
No, Olanex should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
Yes, Olanex may cause drowsiness or sedation. It is a common side effect of this drug. It occurs because this drug affects the levels of chemical messengers in your brain. You are advised not to drive any vehicle or operate heavy machinery after taking this drug to avoid accidents
Yes, Olanex can treat the depression (treatment-resistant) in adults. It is used in combination with fluoxetine to treat depression in those individuals who do not respond to conventional therapy.
No, Olanex and Klonopin (clonazepam) should not be taken together at the same time because Olanex is a derivative of benzodiazepines and clonazepam belongs to the benzodiazepine class as well. Using both of these drugs together can cause increased sedation. If you are taking them together then you are advised to consult with your doctor before consuming these two medicines together.
Take Olanex as advised by your doctor. It can be taken with or without food because the presence of food does not affect the absorption of this drug from the stomach. Precautions must be taken in patients with bone marrow depression, diabetes mellitus, and benign prostatic hyperplasia.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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