Oltec
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Oltec Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Oltec are Dizziness, Sleepiness, Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing), Dryness in mouth, Weight gain, Increased prolactin level in blood, Constipation, Restlessness, Tremor, Muscle stiffness.
How Oltec Products work
Olanzapine is an atypical antipsychotic. It works by affecting the levels of chemical messengers (dopamine and serotonin) to improve mood, thoughts and behavior.
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Frequently asked questions about Oltec Products
Frequently asked questions about Olanzapine
Q. Can Oltec 10 MD Tablet be used for anxiety?
The treatment of anxiety with Oltec 10 MD Tablet is not an approved indication. Oltec 10 MD Tablet has been studied for treatment of anxiety disorders but the results have not been very convincing. However, it can be used along with anxiolytics in anxiety disorders for better results.
Q. Is Oltec 10 MD Tablet a sleeping pill?
No, Oltec 10 MD Tablet is not a sleeping pill. It belongs to the atypical antipsychotic class of medicines. It is used to treat schizophrenia. Schizophrenia is a mental illness that causes disturbed or unusual thinking, loss of interest in life, and strong or inappropriate emotions. Oltec 10 MD Tablet also helps with bipolar disorder (manic depressive disorder). It is a disease that causes episodes of depression, mania, and other abnormal moods.
Q. How long does it take for Oltec 10 MD Tablet to kick in?
Oltec 10 MD Tablet may start showing initial improvement within 1-2 week of starting. However, for full benefits it may take about 4-6 weeks. You should continue taking it and consult your doctor in case you feel that Oltec 10 MD Tablet is not helping you.
Q. What is the most important information that I should know about Oltec 10 MD Tablet?
Oltec 10 MD Tablet can cause serious side effects which include increased risk of death in elderly people who are confused, have memory loss and have lost touch with reality (dementia-related psychosis). It is important to know that it may increase blood sugar levels in diabetics and also in patients who never had diabetes. Furthermore, it may cause weight gain and high fat levels in the blood which is more common in teenagers.
Q. Can Oltec 10 MD Tablet be taken during pregnancy?
Oltec 10 MD Tablet should be avoided during pregnancy and should only be given if benefits outweigh the risk. Using Oltec 10 MD Tablet during last 3 months of pregnancy may cause unwanted symptoms in the unborn baby. These symptoms include shaking, muscle stiffness and/or weakness, sleepiness, agitation, breathing problems, and difficulty in feeding.
Q. Can I stop taking Oltec 10 MD Tablet if I am better?
You should not stop taking Oltec 10 MD Tablet without consulting your doctor. This is because sudden discontinuation of the medicine may cause unpleasant side effects which include sweating, unable to sleep, tremor, anxiety or nausea, and vomiting. To avoid such effects, your doctor will reduce the dose gradually before stopping the treatment.
Q. Does smoking or alcohol interfere with working of Oltec 10 MD Tablet?
Yes, smoking interferes with working of Oltec 10 MD Tablet causing an increase in its metabolism. One should avoid alcohol while taking Oltec 10 MD Tablet since it may cause more drowsiness. However, if you are a smoker then your doctor may increase your dose depending on your response to treatment.
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