Oleanz
Oleanz contains Olanzapine, which is an atypical antipsychotic. It helps manage psychiatric conditions by restoring the balance of certain natural chemicals (neurotransmitters) in the brain, such as dopamine and serotonin.
Dosage by Body Weight
The standard starting dose for adults is typically 5 mg to 10 mg taken orally once daily, independent of meals. The dose may be adjusted by a doctor within a range of 5 mg to 20 mg per day. Always follow a psychiatrist's or physician's explicit prescription.
- Body Weight
- Below 5 kg
- Dose
- Not recommended
- Frequency
- Do not use
- Tracking Notes
- Olanzapine is not indicated for infants or young children in this weight range.
- Body Weight
- 5-7 kg
- Dose
- Not recommended
- Frequency
- Do not use
- Tracking Notes
- Safety and efficacy have not been established in this weight range.
- Body Weight
- 8-10 kg
- Dose
- Not recommended
- Frequency
- Do not use
- Tracking Notes
- Atypical antipsychotics are not routinely prescribed to toddlers.
- Body Weight
- 11-15 kg
- Dose
- Not recommended
- Frequency
- Do not use
- Tracking Notes
- Not recommended for pediatric use unless explicitly prescribed by a child psychiatrist.
- Body Weight
- 16-20 kg
- Dose
- Not recommended
- Frequency
- Do not use
- Tracking Notes
- Requires strict, specialized specialist guidance if used off-label.
| Body Weight | Dose | Frequency | Tracking Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Below 5 kg | Not recommended | Do not use | Olanzapine is not indicated for infants or young children in this weight range. |
| 5-7 kg | Not recommended | Do not use | Safety and efficacy have not been established in this weight range. |
| 8-10 kg | Not recommended | Do not use | Atypical antipsychotics are not routinely prescribed to toddlers. |
| 11-15 kg | Not recommended | Do not use | Not recommended for pediatric use unless explicitly prescribed by a child psychiatrist. |
| 16-20 kg | Not recommended | Do not use | Requires strict, specialized specialist guidance if used off-label. |
Formulation
TabletOrally Disintegrating Tablet
Purpose
Used to treat schizophrenia and manic episodes associated with bipolar disorder, and to prevent recurrence of these episodes.
Generic Name
OlanzapineScheduled Drug
Yes. This medicine should be supplied or used only according to applicable prescription and regulatory requirements.