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Oliplan Benefits & Uses

Oliplan is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Schizophrenia

Other Benefits

Oliplan Dosage & How to Take

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	Disease: Schizophrenia Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage range: 5 - 20 mg/day
Geriatric	Disease: Schizophrenia Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage range: 5 - 10 mg/day
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Schizophrenia Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage range: 5 - 10 mg/day

Oliplan Related Warnings

Is the use of Oliplan safe for pregnant women?

Oliplan may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Oliplan, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Oliplan safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Oliplan. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.

Severe
What is the effect of Oliplan on the Kidneys?

There are no side effects of Oliplan on the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Oliplan on the Liver?

Side effects of Oliplan rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Oliplan on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Oliplan on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Oliplan with Other Drugs

Oliplan should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Acarbose

Paracetamol,Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan

Carbamazepine

Fluvoxamine

Phenytoin

Metoprolol

Oliplan Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Oliplan unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Tardive Dyskinesia
Jaundice
Liver Disease
Diabetes
Heart Disease
Depression
Liver Cancer

Frequently asked Questions about Oliplan

Is this Oliplan habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Oliplan.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Oliplan you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Oliplan should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Yes, this Oliplan works for mental disorders.

Yes

Oliplan Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Oliplan

Taking Oliplan with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Oliplan

Taking Oliplan with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Oliplan

Question about 5 years ago

Can Oliplan cause weight gain

Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Oliplan may cause weight gain. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause of weight gain is not known but it is presumed that it occurs due to increased food intake caused by increased appetite. Hence you are advised to keep monitoring your weight from time to time and exercise daily to maintain a healthy weight.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can Oliplan cause mania?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Yes, Oliplan might cause mania. It is a rare side effect of this drug and the exact cause behind mania is unknown. If you are experiencing any unusual changes in personality, behavior (aggression), and thoughts. Then you are advised to discuss it with your doctor without any further delay.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Oliplan treat anxiety?

Dr. Ajay Kumar MBBS, MD , General Physician

Yes, Oliplan may be helpful for treating anxiety in those individuals who do not respond to conventional therapy. However, this drug is only approved for the treatment of schizophrenia, Bipolar I Disorder (manic or mixed episodes) and to control the agitation associated with schizophrenia and mania.

Question over 4 years ago

Can Oliplan treat depression?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, Oliplan 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.

Question over 5 years ago

What is Oliplan?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Oliplan is a brand name of olanzapine and it comes in the form of tablet, injection, and sachet. It is an atypical antipsychotic agent which belongs to the class of drug known as a thiobenzodiazepine. Oliplan is a prescription drug used for the treatment of schizophrenia, Bipolar I Disorder (manic or mixed episodes) and to control the agitation associated with schizophrenia and mania.