OLANA 5 (5mg Olanzapine)

Product Information

OLANA Tablet is used in the treatment of schizophrenia and mania. Schizophrenia is a mental disorder that may cause hallucinations, delusions, and difficulties in thinking and behavior. Mania is a condition marked by abnormally elevated mood, excitability, and overactive behavior.

OLANA Tablet can be taken with or without food, but it is best to take it at the same time each day to maintain steady levels in the body. Take it exactly as prescribed by your doctor. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. Do not stop this medicine suddenly without consulting your doctor, as this may worsen your symptoms.

Why is this Medication Prescribed?

OLANA (Olanzapine) is prescribed to restore the chemical balance of neurotransmitters in the brain. This helps improve thought processes, mood, and behavior, making daily functioning and social life more manageable.

Uses

• Treatment of schizophrenia

• Treatment of mania

Benefits

In Schizophrenia

• Helps correct abnormal chemical imbalances in the brain

• Improves thinking, mood, and behavior

• Enhances quality of life and daily functioning

In Mania

• Stabilizes mood and calms the nerves

• Prevents recurrence of manic symptoms

• Improves social life and comfort in daily activities

How Should this Medicine be Used?

• Take at the same time each day, with or without food

• Swallow with water as directed by your doctor

• If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember

• Do not stop suddenly without medical advice

Other Uses

OLANA may sometimes be prescribed for other psychiatric conditions as determined by your doctor.

⚠️ Suicide & Mental Health Risk Warning

This medicine may increase the risk of suicidal thoughts or worsening depression, especially when starting treatment or changing the dose.

• Monitor for mood changes, agitation, or unusual behavior

• Inform your doctor immediately if concerning changes occur

• Seek emergency care if you experience suicidal thoughts

⚠️ Heart Rhythm Risk Warning

This medicine may cause abnormal heart rhythms (QT prolongation), which can be serious.

• Inform your doctor if you have heart disease, low potassium or magnesium, or a family history of sudden cardiac death

• Report palpitations, fainting, or dizziness immediately

Special Precautions

• May cause dizziness or sleepiness → avoid driving or operating machinery until you know how it affects you

• Rise slowly from sitting or lying down to prevent sudden drops in blood pressure

• Regular monitoring of weight, blood sugar, and cholesterol may be required

• Use with caution if you have diabetes, seizures, or cardiovascular disease

• Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding

Possible Side Effects

Common side effects:

• Dizziness

• Sleepiness

• Orthostatic hypotension (sudden drop in blood pressure when standing)

• Dry mouth

• Weight gain

• Constipation

• Muscle stiffness or rigidity

• Restlessness

• Tremors

• Increased prolactin levels

Serious but less common side effects:

• Very high blood sugar levels

• Seizures

• Severe mood changes or suicidal thoughts
  Seek medical attention if these occur.

Storage & Disposal

• Store in a cool, dry place away from sunlight and moisture

• Keep out of reach of children and pets

• Dispose of unused or expired medicine safely, according to pharmacist or local waste guidelines

Emergency Guidance

• Overdose: May cause extreme drowsiness, irregular heartbeat, agitation, or confusion → seek emergency care immediately

• Severe allergic reaction: Rash, swelling, difficulty breathing → call emergency services at once

• Suicidal thoughts, chest pain, or fainting: Seek urgent medical help