Olanzapine Uses
Olanzapine is used for Schizophrenia, Bipolar Disorder (Manic Depression)
How Olanzapine Works
Olanzapine may achieve antipsychotic effects by antagonizing dopamine and serotonin receptors. Anticholinergic effects may result from competitive binding to and antago-nism of the muscarinic receptors M1 through M5.
Common side effects of Olanzapine
Dizziness, Drowsiness, Fatigue, Headache, Insomnia, Constipation, Diarrhea, Nausea, Vomiting
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