Zyprexa Zydis Oral

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Zyprexa Zydis Oral Precautions

Before taking olanzapine, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details.

This medication should not be used if you have certain medical conditions. Before using this medicine, consult your doctor or pharmacist if you have a history of the following:

neuroleptic malignant syndrome (see also Side Effects section)

Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of:

liver problems
low blood pressure
breast cancer
stroke
dementia
Alzheimer's disease
seizures
prostate problems
glaucoma (narrow angle type)
intestinal disease
difficulty swallowing
tardive dyskinesia (see also Side Effects section)
smoking
low white blood cell count

Also tell your doctor or pharmacist if either you or a family member has a history of the following:

diabetes
heart disease
high blood cholesterol/triglyceride levels
high blood pressure
obesity

This drug may make you dizzy or drowsy. Do not drive, use machinery, or do any activity that requires alertness until you are sure you can perform such activities safely. Avoid alcoholic beverages.

This medication can make you prone to heat stroke. Avoid activities that might cause you to overheat (e.g., doing strenuous work, exercising in hot weather, or using hot tubs).

Teenagers may be more sensitive to the side effects of this drug, especially weight gain, and also increased amounts of cholesterol, triglycerides and prolactin. See also Side Effects section for more details.

Older adults may be more sensitive to the side effects of this drug, especially dizziness, drowsiness, or seizures.

This medication should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.

This drug passes into breast milk and may have undesirable effects on a nursing infant. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

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