# Olanzapine (Olanzapine)

Source: https://ourhealthnetwork.com/drugs/olanzapine
Data: FDA Orange Book and OpenFDA, refreshed periodically

## What is Olanzapine?

Olanzapine is an atypical antipsychotic. It is prescribed to treat psychotic disorders, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia. Across the United States, 63,000 doctors prescribe Olanzapine to approximately 319,000 Medicare patients.

## Brand names

Olanzapine

## Indications

Olanzapine is prescribed for the treatment of psychotic disorders, bipolar disorder and schizophrenia.

## Conditions treated

- [Psychotic Disorders](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/psychotic-disorders)
- [Bipolar Disorder](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/bipolar-disorder)
- [Schizophrenia](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/schizophrenia)

## Mechanism of action

The mechanism of action of olanzapine, in the listed indications is unclear. However, the efficacy of olanzapine in schizophrenia could be mediated through a combination of dopamine and serotonin type 2 (5HT2) antagonism.

## Drug classification

- Established Pharmacologic Class: Atypical Antipsychotic [EPC]
- Route of administration: ORAL

## Common side effects

(6), or (5), somnolence (3%), weight gain (1%), and peripheral edema (1%), This listing is not intended to include reactions (1)

## Sources and disclaimers

- FDA Orange Book and OpenFDA dataset
- This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a healthcare professional before starting, stopping, or changing any medication.

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