Uses, Dosage & Side Effects: Oleanz Tablet
Oleanz Tablet
| Generic name | Olanzapine |
|---|---|
| Drug class | Atypical (second-generation) antipsychotic; thienobenzodiazepine derivative |
| Forms | Tablet, Injection |
Oleanz is an atypical antipsychotic medicine used to treat serious mental health conditions such as schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. It works by helping correct imbalances in certain brain chemicals, particularly dopamine and serotonin, to reduce symptoms like hallucinations, delusions, disorganized thinking, and mood instability.
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