Ozip Tablet 5mg

About Ozip Tablet 5mg

Ozip 5mg Tablet Uses

• Used for schizophrenia in adults and adolescents, often as a starting dose
• Helpful in managing bipolar disorder manic episodes at a lower dose
• Effective against agitation linked to psychotic conditions
• Indicated for long term bipolar disorder maintenance treatment
• Given to patients with treatment resistant depression, alongside other medicines
• Chosen for elderly or debilitated patients needing a gentler starting dose

Ozip Tablet 5mg formula

• Olanzapine

How to use Ozip Tablet 5mg?

• Ozip 5mg tablet can be taken with or without food
• Swallow the tablet whole with a full glass of water
• Take this tablet at the same time every day
• Do not stop this medicine suddenly without consulting your doctor

Contraindications

• Contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to olanzapine
• Patients with dementia related psychosis should not use this tablet
• This medicine must not be used by children under thirteen years of age
• Should not be taken by those with narrow angle glaucoma

Drug Interactions

• Benzodiazepines: combined use raises the risk of excess drowsiness
• Carbamazepine: this medicine can lower how well the tablet works
• Fluvoxamine: this medicine can raise olanzapine levels in the body
• Alcohol: avoid it, as it increases sedation with this tablet

Risks and warnings

• Elderly patients with dementia: this tablet is not suitable due to a higher risk of stroke
• Blood sugar and weight: monitor regularly, as this tablet can raise both
• Pregnancy: use only if clearly needed, especially in the third trimester
• Breastfeeding: consult your doctor before taking this tablet
• Driving and machinery: drowsiness may make driving unsafe

Ozip 5mg Tablet Side Effects

• Weight gain
• Increased appetite
• Drowsiness
• Dry mouth
• Dizziness on standing up

Storage Conditions

• Store at room temperature, below 25°C
• Keep away from direct sunlight, heat and moisture
• Keep out of reach of children and pets