Olet 5 Tablet MD

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Product Info

Prescription required	Yes
Marketer	Alteus Biogenics Pvt Ltd
Active Ingredient	Olanzapine (5mg)
Storage	Store below 30°C
Chemical Class	Thienobenzodiazepine Derivative
Habit Forming	No
Therapeutic Class	NEURO CNS
Action Class	Atypical Antipsychotics
User Rating	4.5
User Reviews	404

FAQ

Can Olet 5 be taken during pregnancy?

Olet 5 should be avoided during pregnancy and should only be given if benefits outweigh the risk. Using Olet 5 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.

Is Olet 5 a sleeping pill?

No, Olet 5 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. Olet 5 also helps with bipolar disorder (manic depressive disorder). It is a disease that causes episodes of depression, mania, and other abnormal moods.

What is the most important information that I should know about Olet 5?

Olet 5 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.

How long does it take for Olet 5 to kick in?

Olet 5 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 Olet 5 is not helping you.

Can I stop taking Olet 5 if I am better?

You should not stop taking Olet 5 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.

Can Olet 5 be used for anxiety?

The treatment of anxiety with Olet 5 is not an approved indication. Olet 5 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.

Does smoking or alcohol interfere with working of Olet 5?

Yes, smoking interferes with working of Olet 5 causing an increase in its metabolism. One should avoid alcohol while taking Olet 5 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.

What if you forget to take Olet Tablet MD?

If you miss a dose of Olet 5, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Olet 5 Tablet MD Reviews

Olet 5 is used in the treatment of schizophrenia (a mental disorder that can result in hallucinations or delusions and also adversely affects a person’s ability to think and behave) and mania.

Olet 5 may be taken with or without food. However, it is advised to take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body. Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor and if you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember. This medication mustn't be stopped suddenly without talking to your doctor as it may worsen your symptoms.

Some common side effects of this medicine include dryness in the mouth, constipation, muscle rigidity, and restlessness. Initially, this medicine may cause a sudden drop in blood pressure when you change positions, so it is better to rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down. It also causes dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you.

However, this medicine may increase your weight, blood sugar, and cholesterol levels but, modifying your lifestyle by having a healthy diet and exercising regularly can reduce this side effect. You should be cautious as in rare cases it may cause serious side effects like very high blood sugar levels or seizures.

How Olet 5 Tablet MD Works

Olet 5 is an atypical antipsychotic. It works by affecting the levels of chemical messengers (dopamine and serotonin) to improve mood, thoughts and behavior.

How to Use Olet 5 Tablet MD

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Do not handle the tablets with wet hands. Put it in your mouth but do not swallow it. Olet 5 may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Benefits of Olet 5 Tablet MD

In Treatment of Schizophrenia: Schizophrenia is a mental disorder in which a person’s thinking ability, feelings and behavior become abnormal. Olet 5 helps restore the chemical imbalances in the brain that are responsible for such changes. It improves thoughts, behavior and enhances the quality of life.
In Treatment of Mania: Mania means extremely excited or elevated mood. Olet 5 helps calm the mood and relax the nerves. This stabilises the mood and prevents the symptoms of mania from recurring again. Taking Olet 5 will ensure that you have a better social life and are able to do daily activities more comfortably.

Uses of Olet 5 Tablet MD

Treatment of Schizophrenia
Treatment of Mania

Olet 5 Tablet MD Side Effects

Safety Tips

Alcohol ^UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Olet 5.

Driving ^UNSAFE

Olet 5 may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Pregnancy ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Olet 5 may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Kidney ^{SAFE IF PRESCRIBED}

Olet 5 is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Olet 5 is recommended.

Breast feeding ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Olet 5 is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Liver ^{SAFE IF PRESCRIBED}

Olet 5 is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Olet 5 may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Quick Tips

It is less likely to cause heart and movement problems as compared to other similar medicines.
Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Olet 5 can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
Olet 5 works well in schizophrenia and bipolar disorder.
It may take 4 to 6 weeks to see full effects on thoughts and mood. Keep taking it as prescribed.
Do not stop taking Olet 5 without talking to your doctor first as it may cause worsening of symptoms.
To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
It may increase your weight, blood sugar and cholesterol. Eat healthy, exercise regularly and monitor your blood levels regularly.

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